I seriously love bread pudding. It’s a fantastic dessert, so unassuming but SO delicious. How long it takes: 1 hour, 10 minutes (but it can be prepped ahead) Equipment you’ll need: mixing bowl, large baking dish Servings: 12 And it also works as breakfast. At least in my book. Eggs, milk, bread. It’s totally breakfast food. My favorite bread pudding up until now has always been blueberry bread pudding although I do love traditional bread pudding with raisins. But move over, blueberry bread pudding, there’s a new kid on the block! With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I wanted to create a twist on the classic side dish that everyone associates with Turkey Day: sweet potato casserole. Of course, there are already a lot of different takes on the familiar marshmallow-topped classic dish. Check out my healthy sweet potato casserole; it’s gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free. Kids especially love hand held sweet potato casserole, complete with marshmallows, of course. And then there’s over-the-top scalloped sweet potatoes with bacon and Gruyère (no marshmallows on this one!). Sweet potato bread pudding might be something new to you. I just know you’re going to love it!
About Sweet Potato Bread Pudding
Bread pudding might not be the most photogenic lady but it’s what is inside that counts. It’s a creamy custard made with flavorful (and healthy!) sweet potatoes. No plain white bread in this lady, she’s loaded with cinnamon swirl bread. Plenty of warm fall spices dress her up: cinnamon, nutmeg, and a dash of cardamom. Add marshmallow topping: sweet, perfectly browned and just a little bit of crispy perfection that will make you feel like you’re sitting around the campfire roasting marshmallows. Sweet potato bread pudding will quickly become a favorite Thanksgiving dessert or a special breakfast.
Make Ahead Idea
Prepare the casserole but don’t bake it. Cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours or even overnight. Add five to ten minutes to the baking time. If you have leftover mashed sweet potatoes, sweet potato bread pudding is a great way to re-purpose them.
Storage Tips
Store leftover sweet potato bread pudding in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It can be served cold, at room temperature, or warmed up slightly in the microwave. Quick-Start Guide!
