Pumpkin Bread Pudding

Ingredients

• 0.3 teaspoon allspice 
• 0.5 cup apple cider 
• 1.5 tablespoons bourbon to taste (add )
• 1.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
• 1 teaspoon apple juice mixed with 1 tablespoon apple juice
• 0.3 cup t brown sugar dark
• 1 tablespoon ener-g egg replacer packed (may substitute)
• 16 ounce bread french
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
• 0.1 teaspoon ground cloves 
• 0.3 cup maple syrup 
• 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg 
• 0.3 cup pecans chopped
• 1 cup pumpkin pureed canned cooked ( or and )
• 0.5 cup raisins 
• 0.3 teaspoon salt 
• 1.5 cup non-dairy milk plain (or other non-dairy milk)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

• bowl
• frying pan
• baking sheet
• sauce pan
• baking paper
• oven
• blender
• baking pan
• toothpicks
• baking spatula

Directions

1. Cut or tear the bread into bite-sized pieces. If the bread seems moist or dense, spread it out on a cookie sheet and toast it for a few minutes in the oven.
2. Place it in a large bowl and add the raisins.
3. Put the non-dairy milk into the blender along with the pumpkin, maple syrup, sugar, Ener-G, vanilla, spices, and salt. Blend until smooth.
4. Pour it over the bread, using a silicone spatula to get out every drop. Stir well to completely coat all of the bread. Set aside to soak for a few minutes while you ready the pan and preheat the oven. Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or oil lightly.
5. Pour the bread pudding into the pan in an even layer.
6. Bake for about 45 minutes or until top is set and beginning to brown.
7. Remove from oven and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes. While the pudding is cooling make the sauce.
8. Place the apple cider and maple syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat, and bring to a simmer, stirring often, until reduced to about half. Carefully add the cornstarch mixture, bring to a boil, and cook for another couple of minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture is no longer cloudy and thickens slightly.
9. Remove from heat and add the brandy or other spirits a little at a time, to taste. Stir in the nuts. Poke a few holes in the top of the bread pudding with a toothpick, and pour the sauce over the top, distributing nuts evenly.
10. Cut into squares and serve warm.