Apricot Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce

Health score
2%
Apricot Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce
45 min.
12
767kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Apricot Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce, a dessert that promises to be the star of any gathering. This rich and creamy bread pudding combines the buttery goodness of croissants with the sweet, tangy notes of dried apricots, creating a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of Grand Marnier infuses the dish with a subtle orange essence, elevating it to a gourmet experience.

Perfect for serving a crowd, this recipe yields 12 generous portions, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or any special occasion. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this decadent dessert without spending all day in the kitchen. The warm, golden-brown top, paired with a luscious drizzle of homemade caramel sauce, creates an irresistible presentation that will have your guests coming back for seconds.

Not only is this Apricot Bread Pudding a feast for the eyes, but it also boasts a delightful caloric balance, with a rich combination of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. Whether enjoyed warm straight from the oven or at room temperature, this dessert is sure to leave a lasting impression. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of this heavenly creation, and watch as it becomes a cherished favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

  • cup apricot dried diced
  • 12 servings mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • pound croissants cubed
  • large eggs 
  • cup orange liqueur 
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg grated
  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • cups whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • roasting pan
  • aluminum foil
  • spatula
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Simmer Grand Marnier and 1/4 cup water in heavy medium saucepan 5 minutes. Cool mixture completely.
  2. Whisk Grand Marnier-water mixture, cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla and nutmeg in large bowl to blend.
  3. Place croissant pieces in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish; add apricots and toss to combine.
  4. Pour custard over croissant-apricot mixture, pressing down gently with rubber spatula so that croissant and apricot pieces are evenly covered.
  5. Let stand 20 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  7. Place dish in larger roasting pan.
  8. Add enough hot water to roasting pan to come 1 inch up sides of baking dish.
  9. Bake 1 hour.
  10. Remove aluminum foil and continue baking until bread pudding is golden brown on top and firm to touch, about 30 minutes longer. Carefully remove bread pudding from oven and from water bath; cool slightly.
  11. Drizzle bread pudding with Caramel Sauce, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories767kcal
Protein5.31%
Fat55.68%
Carbs39.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.04
Glycemic Load
24.59
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.65652158986%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:767.19kcal
38.36%
Fat:46.31g
71.25%
Saturated Fat:28.06g
175.36%
Carbohydrates:73g
24.33%
Net Carbohydrates:71.21g
25.89%
Sugar:58.97g
65.52%
Cholesterol:230.38mg
76.79%
Sodium:347.01mg
15.09%
Alcohol:5.49g
100%
Alcohol %:2.72%
100%
Caffeine:5.11mg
1.7%
Protein:9.94g
19.88%
Vitamin A:2300.5IU
46.01%
Selenium:20.15µg
28.78%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
23.91%
Phosphorus:171.42mg
17.14%
Vitamin D:2.09µg
13.91%
Vitamin E:1.98mg
13.21%
Folate:50.93µg
12.73%
Calcium:119.78mg
11.98%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.95%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.81%
Potassium:333.51mg
9.53%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.36%
Iron:1.62mg
8.98%
Vitamin B12:0.51µg
8.56%
Fiber:1.79g
7.16%
Vitamin B3:1.22mg
6.12%
Zinc:0.9mg
5.98%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.75%
Magnesium:22.38mg
5.59%
Copper:0.11mg
5.39%
Vitamin K:4.26µg
4.06%
Vitamin C:0.98mg
1.19%
Source:Epicurious