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Irresistible Apple Cider Donut Bread Pudding

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A warm, comforting dessert made with apple cider donuts soaked in creamy custard, baked to perfection, and topped with caramel sauce—perfect for fall gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 apple cider donuts, store-bought or homemade
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk or almond milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • Caramel sauce, store-bought or homemade, for drizzling
  • Optional: Chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Slice your apple cider donuts into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
  4. Add the donut cubes to the bowl with the custard mixture. Gently fold to ensure each piece is coated. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes so the donuts can soak up the liquid.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  6. If you’re using nuts, sprinkle them evenly over the top for added texture.
  7. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. The top should be golden brown, and the custard should be set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Allow the bread pudding to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
  9. Drizzle warm caramel sauce over the top and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Use slightly stale apple cider donuts for better absorption of the custard.’, ‘Let the donuts soak in the custard for a few minutes before baking.’, ‘Cover the dish with aluminum foil if the bread pudding starts to brown too quickly.’, ‘You can assemble the pudding ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight for convenience.’]

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Keywords: Apple Cider Donut Bread Pudding, Fall Dessert, Comfort Food, Autumn Recipe, Bread Pudding, Caramel Sauce, Apple Cider Donuts

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