Spanish Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding

Ingredients

• 4 cups (480g) stale bread, cubed 4 cups (480g) stale bread, cubed
• 2 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and diced 2 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt Pinch of salt

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 16g, 9g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 36g, 20g
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
2. 2.
   In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, diced apples, and ground cinnamon. Toss gently to distribute the cinnamon evenly.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
4. 4.
   Pour the custard mixture over the bread and apples, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
5. 5.
   Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
6. 6.
   Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
7. 7.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Apples — Choose firm and slightly tart apples such as Granny Smith or Braeburn for a balanced flavor and texture.
• Stale bread — If you don't have stale bread, you can lightly toast fresh bread cubes in the oven for a few minutes to dry them out.

Tips & Tricks

• For added richness, you can sprinkle some raisins or chopped nuts over the bread pudding before baking.
• Serve the bread pudding warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold or reheated in the microwave for a quick and comforting dessert.

Serving advice

Serve the Spanish Apple Cinnamon Bread Pudding warm as a delightful dessert after a hearty Spanish meal. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of coffee or a glass of Spanish sherry.

Presentation advice

To elevate the presentation, dust the top of the bread pudding with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and garnish with a cinnamon stick or a fresh apple slice.