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Gingerbread Pudding

Heartwarming Gingerbread Pudding for Cozy Holiday Nights

Enjoy this delightful Gingerbread Pudding, a perfect cozy treat for holiday nights filled with warm spices and nostalgia.
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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 Pudding Base
  • 2 cups Milk Substitute with almond, oat, or coconut milk for dairy-free options.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Replace with non-dairy cream for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar offers a healthier alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Molasses Blackstrap molasses yields a less sweet option.
  • 4 cups Bread Cubes Use stale bread or gluten-free bread if necessary.
  • 4 large Eggs Flaxseed meal can substitute for a vegan option.
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can give a spicier kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Mix in some apple pie spice for a delightful twist.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional, but recommended for added depth.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves Allspice makes a good substitute if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla also works in a pinch.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Gingerbread Pudding
  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. Add the stale bread cubes to the creamy mixture and let them soak for about 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 using a spatula.
  6. Pour the combined mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until a knife inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving, topping with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use stale bread cubes for better absorption. Monitor your oven closely to prevent overbaking. Experiment with adding nuts or fruit for added texture and flavor.

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