For a richer flavor, use challah or brioche bread. If you don't have time to dry the bread overnight, you can toast it lightly in a low oven (200°F) for about 30 minutes. Feel free to substitute other dried fruits for the raisins, such as cranberries or chopped dates. For a non-alcoholic version, replace the rum with 1/4 cup of apple cider or orange juice. Bread pudding can be assembled ahead of time, covered, and refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Add 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Thanksgiving Bread Pudding
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME8 hrs 55 mins
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SERVING14 People
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VIEWS9
Imagine tender, custard-soaked bread, studded with plump raisins and crowned with a buttery, brown sugar crumble, all drizzled with a luscious rum sauce. This Thanksgiving Bread Pudding is a show-stopping dessert that will replace any pumpkin pie!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate68 g
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Cholesterol119 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium102 mg
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Sugar62 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepDay Before: Prepare the Bread: Scatter the cubed bread in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Place in a cold oven with the oven light on for 8 hours or overnight to dry out. (8+ hours)
02
StepPreheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. (5 minutes)
03
StepMake the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of the granulated sugar, half-and-half, and 5 beaten eggs. Stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. (5 minutes)
04
StepCombine and Soak: Add the dried bread cubes to the custard mixture and gently press down to ensure the bread is submerged. Let sit for 20-30 minutes, allowing the bread to absorb the liquid. Stir in the raisins. Pour the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking pan. (30 minutes)
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StepPrepare the Crumble Topping: In a separate small bowl, combine the brown sugar and softened butter. Use your fingers or a fork to mix until the mixture is crumbly. Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the bread mixture in the pan. (5 minutes)
06
StepBake the Pudding: Bake in the preheated oven until the pudding is set and the topping is golden brown, approximately 35-45 minutes. (40 minutes)
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StepMake the Rum Sauce: While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the rum sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar, melted butter, and remaining 1 beaten egg. Stir until the sugar is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and the dark rum. (10 minutes)
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StepServe: Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly. Drizzle generously with the warm rum sauce. Serve warm and enjoy! (5 minutes)
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Robert Kessler
Jul 1, 2025This bread pudding recipe is simple and easy to follow!
Llewellyn Haag
Jun 28, 2025The crumb topping is what really makes this bread pudding stand out.
Roy Kunze
Jun 28, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! My family loves it more than pumpkin pie now.
Loren Rath
Jun 26, 2025The rum sauce is absolutely divine! It adds the perfect touch of warmth and sweetness.
Leone Lindgren
Jun 23, 2025I added some chopped pecans to the bread pudding, and it was a huge hit!
Elvie Thompson
Jun 19, 2025This is my new go to dessert to bring to Thanksgiving dinner!