Description
Bread Pudding Pie is a warm, comforting dessert that blends the creamy custard richness of traditional bread pudding with a flaky, buttery pie crust. This versatile and easy-to-make treat is perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or any time you crave a nostalgic yet elegant sweet bite. Customize it with your favorite spices, fruits, or nuts for a personal twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Bread and Custard
- 5 cups stale bread cubes (about 1-inch pieces; brioche, challah, or French bread recommended)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup raisins, chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts), or fresh fruit pieces (such as berries or apples)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Roll out your pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie plate. Chill the crust while you make the filling to keep it flaky during baking.
- Cube the Bread: Cut stale bread into uniform 1-inch cubes to help them soak up custard evenly without becoming mushy.
- Make the Custard Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Bread and Custard: Gently fold bread cubes into the custard, coating each piece fully but avoiding oversaturation to prevent sogginess.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the bread and custard mixture into the chilled pie crust, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle optional nuts or fruits on top if desired.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45–55 minutes, until the custard is set and the top is golden brown with slight crisp edges.
Notes
- Use slightly stale bread to absorb custard better while retaining structure.
- Whisk custard ingredients just until combined to maintain a light texture.
- Allow pie to cool before slicing for clean, firm slices.
- Cover pie with foil if browning too quickly to prevent burning.
- Try adding cardamom or cloves for a unique spice twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of pie)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: bread pudding pie, comfort food, dessert, custard pie, holiday dessert, easy pie recipe
