Orange & Honey Bread Pudding

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A warm, custardy dessert featuring bright citrus notes and golden honey sweetness.
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This Orange & Honey Bread Pudding is a comforting twist on the classic French dessert. It combines day-old French bread soaked in a rich custard of milk and cream, then sweetened with fragrant orange blossom honey. Fresh California navel oranges add bursts of juicy citrus flavor and vibrant color, cutting through the richness of the dairy. The result is a tender, moist pudding with a slightly crisp top that is perfect for brunch or a cozy evening treat. It’s simple to assemble using pantry staples and leftover bread, making it an ideal recipe for using up ingredients you already have on hand. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for a truly homemade feel.

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Orange & Honey Bread Pudding

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 64.5

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This Orange & Honey Bread Pudding is a comforting twist on the classic French dessert. It combines day-old French bread soaked in a rich custard of milk and cream, then sweetened with fragrant orange blossom honey. Fresh California navel oranges add bursts of juicy citrus flavor and vibrant color, cutting through the richness of the dairy. The result is a tender, moist pudding with a slightly crisp top that is perfect for brunch or a cozy evening treat. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple to assemble using pantry staples and leftover bread, making it an ideal recipe for using up ingredients you already have on hand. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for a truly homemade feel.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cut the French bread into 1/2-inch thick slices, then cube into 1-inch pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, honey, and egg yolks until well combined.
  4. Peel and segment the navel oranges, reserving some zest for garnish.
  5. Place bread cubes in the prepared baking dish. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread.
  6. Gently press down on the bread to ensure it absorbs the liquid. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  7. Scatter orange segments over the top of the bread mixture.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  9. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with orange zest if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 64.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.0g5%
Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
Cholesterol 5.8mg2%
Sodium 116.8mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 7.2g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 2.8g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, use day-old or slightly stale bread, as it absorbs the custard better without becoming mushy.

If you cannot find orange blossom honey, regular clover honey works well, though the flavor profile will be less distinct.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.

This recipe can be made vegan by substituting the dairy milk and cream with oat or almond milk and cream, and using flax eggs instead of egg yolks.

Keywords: orange, honey, bread pudding, dessert, french bread, baking, custard, citrus, brunch, sweet, comforting, easy, homemade, oven, creamy, fruit
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