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Gingerbread Pudding

Cozy Gingerbread Pudding for a Heartwarming Holiday Treat

Gingerbread Pudding is a heartwarming holiday dessert that brings comforting flavors and easy preparation for everyone gathered around your festive table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Milk Substitute with almond, oat, or coconut milk for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with non-dairy cream for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can use coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup Molasses Blackstrap molasses offers a less sweet alternative.
  • 4 cups Bread Cubes Stale bread works best for absorption, with gluten-free options available.
  • 4 Eggs Use flaxseed meal or egg replacers for vegan options.
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can serve as a spicier alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Consider mixing in apple pie spice for a delightful twist.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional but recommended for added depth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves Substitute with allspice if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla is an acceptable alternative.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, and molasses until smooth.
  3. Carefully fold in the stale bread cubes and let them soak for approximately 15 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then mix in the ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gently fold the egg mixture into the soaked bread mixture.
  6. Pour the combined mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes until golden and firm in the center.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm, optionally topping with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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