No Plain Jane Pumpkin Bread Here
October 27, 2008 at 10:30 am | In Baking / Cooking, Food | 48 CommentsWith a cabinet full to bursting with cans of pumpkin puree, multiple bags of pumpkin seeds, plus giant pumpkins lined up on my front step, waiting to be carved, it’s a surprise that I haven’t yet turned orange. This versatile squash has been working its way into every dish of every meal, be it sweet or savory, and it’s about time that I have something to show for it. Luck was on my side when a good hunk of stale bread crossed my path, practically begging to be used lest it end up in the waste bin. For ages, some sort of pumpkin bread pudding had been on my “to bake” list, and finally, I can cross that one off for good.
Simple as all get-go, I might argue that it’s even better than that ubiquitous pumpkin bread that everyone and their best friend feels the urge to make around this time of year. Warm, creamy, and comforting, it’s the perfect dessert to ward off those autumn chills while celebrating the season’s bounty. It’s a snap to customize depending on your preference; consider the spices as a mere suggestion, and a handful or two of nuts, chocolate, or dried fruit never hurt anything.
Pumpkin Bread Pudding
1/2 Pound Crusty Bread
1 Cup Pumpkin Puree
1 Tablespoons Cornstarch
1/2 Cup Dark Brown Sugar, packed
3/4 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/4 Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
1/2 Teaspoon Ground Ginger
Pinch Salt
1 Cup Plain Soymilk
1 Tablespoons Dark Rum
1/4 Cup Crystallized Ginger, Chopped Finely
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish.
First, slice your bread into 1 inch cubes, and set aside.
Whisk together the pumpkin puree, cornstarch, sugar, spices, and salt in a large bowl. Once smooth and thoroughly combined, slowly drizzle in the soymilk and rum, and stir until the mixture is homogeneous. Toss in the bread cubes and crystallized ginger, and use a wide spatula to gently coat the bread with the pumpkin. Pour the lumpy mixture into your prepared pan, and smooth the pieces down into an even layer. Let stand for 10 minutes at room temperature for the liquids to soak in a bit, and then bake for 45 – 50 minutes. The edges should appear set, but the interior will remain quite soft and moist. Good bread pudding should be very moist, so be careful not to over bake it!
Let cool for about 15 minutes before serving. You can either take the time to make nice, neat slices like I did, or just grab a large spoon and scoop it out onto plates. It will taste good no matter what, so it doesn’t matter if it’s bit a ugly! Serve warm with caramel, whipped creme, or maybe even fudge sauce.
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OH. MY. GOD. I am alllll over that recipe Hannah. Bread pudding is my very favorite and pumpkin just makes everything better!! Yum.
Comment by jessica~ — October 27, 2008 #
Pumpkin bread pudding is, perhaps, all I’ve been dreaming of but not aware I needed it yet! It looks so so good!
Comment by Jes — October 27, 2008 #
OH MY GOODNESS GRACIOUS!!!! Dangerously decadent.
Comment by VeggieGirl — October 27, 2008 #
With awesome desserts like this, I hope pumpkin season never ends! I love the photos in your previous post, too!
Comment by Jennifer — October 27, 2008 #
oooh, this looks sinful!! I love the look of the sauce on top!
Comment by Tony — October 27, 2008 #
Oooh, I love this idea!
Comment by trina — October 27, 2008 #
OH MY HECK. That looks fabulous. I love pumpkin!!
Comment by Megan Ellen — October 27, 2008 #
That looks so good and comforting….especially with the sauce on top…
Comment by linda — October 27, 2008 #
This kind of beautiful thing is the reason I’m only 95% Plain Jane.
That looks ridiculous, in all the right ways.
Comment by Graeme — October 27, 2008 #
I like pumpkins, either way, sweet or savory!
Comment by didally — October 27, 2008 #
Mm that looks amazing!
Comment by rebecca — October 27, 2008 #
hmmmm!
What a delicious looking pumpkin bread!
All that fudge sauce topping makes me drool…
:)
Comment by Leonor de Sousa Bastos — October 27, 2008 #
Looks just divine!
Comment by shellyfish — October 27, 2008 #
It looks delicious! Thank you for sharing the recipe :)
Comment by StarSpry — October 27, 2008 #
This sounds sooo delicious! You put all 3 sauces on that piece, didn’t you!
Comment by aTxVegn — October 27, 2008 #
Oh yummy! This is a must-try!
Comment by Oiyi — October 27, 2008 #
This just might be my Thanksgiving dessert this year. I love bread pudding, but I haven’t had any since becoming vegan. That’s a long time to go w/out it!
Comment by Vegyogini — October 27, 2008 #
i’m in looooooooooove! i love pumpkins and bread pudding. hooooooooooray!
Comment by jessy — October 27, 2008 #
This is one recipe we must try!!! Sounds perfect for a chilly day.
Comment by Shari — October 27, 2008 #
This is the most beautiful bread pudding I’ve ever seen!
Comment by mihl — October 27, 2008 #
This sounds sooo good but I’ll make it sans rum. Thank for the recipe, it will be a perfect fall treat.
Comment by Sam — October 27, 2008 #
I have a dear friend who is severely dairy intolerant. She visits us every Xmas and I may just have to make this for her so she can have a special dessert.
Comment by Mama Kelly — October 27, 2008 #
Oh YUM! I cannot wait to make this!! I’ve loved bread pudding since I was a kid, and of course, this is even better because I can make it without eggs and dairy! Thanks for the recipe.
Comment by tranabanana — October 27, 2008 #
mmmmmmmm….. this makes me hungry :D
and i actually have rum now!! w00t!!! haha
Comment by Tofufreak — October 27, 2008 #
Hannah…why must you make the most delicious looking treats and then taunt me with them? Now I have to go make this when I promised myself I would bake until the weekend =)
Comment by Shelby — October 27, 2008 #
I am definitely over pumpkin bread – only this from now on! That piece looks so incredible, especially drenched in sauce!
Comment by Indigo — October 27, 2008 #
Oh my goodness! I l was literally speechless when I saw your photo of that bread pudding. That sauce oozing down the sides is too good to resist. The pumpkin lover that I am, I absolutely have to make this A.S.A.P.!
Comment by Animal-Friendly — October 27, 2008 #
this looks soooooo good, yummmmy!!
Comment by Mariposa — October 27, 2008 #
excuse me while I do a happy dance. I must make this very soon.
Comment by bex — October 27, 2008 #
oh yum. its been a few years since I last tried bread pudding, but this recipe screams at me and I need to give bread pudding another try especially since this involves pumpkin and chocolate!
Comment by ash — October 27, 2008 #
after I pick my jaw off the floor, i may have to go find some stale bread… food porn. how dare you!
Comment by ttfn300 — October 27, 2008 #
Oh my, sounds delicious!
Comment by melisser — October 28, 2008 #
Well you know I love me some bread pudding. Yours looks truly devine!
Comment by peabody — October 28, 2008 #
Oh my gosh that looks just incredible! Not for reading when you’re hungry :)
Comment by Erica — October 28, 2008 #
My friend Jane hates the expression “Plain Jane.”
Comment by Ian — October 28, 2008 #
I’ve been meaning to make my first bread pudding forever-this recipe is finally the one to push me into it. It looks and sounds too delicious to not make!! I need to get to a bakery for some bread quick.
Comment by SaraMM — October 28, 2008 #
May I asked what does it mean by “Crusty Bread”?
Do I need to get loaf bread and toast it in the oven, or just use the crust, or is there really a thing called ‘Crusty Bread’, and I’m stupid.
I hope to make it because it looks sooo good. Also, easy!
Sydney
Comment by Sydney — October 28, 2008 #
That’s my next pumpkin dessert. I made a crockpot pumpkin dessert last night.
Comment by cassie-b — October 28, 2008 #
I think I am in pumpkin heaven. This looks fabulous!
Comment by Megan — October 28, 2008 #
looks dee-licious!! i think a little caramel is a must!
Comment by steph (whisk/spoon) — October 28, 2008 #
woah – that sounds seriously good!!
Comment by Sal — October 29, 2008 #
I love bread pudding. I love pumpkin. This is too good to be true! Must make this!
Comment by Teresa — October 30, 2008 #
I never liked the eggyness of bread pudding but without them it sounds fantastic! I have to give this a try.
Comment by Maggie — October 30, 2008 #
Wow what an absolutely gorgeous photo and dessert!! I don’t really get bread pudding though.. I’m not a fan of mushy bread things. But your pumpkin bread pudding is very tempting.
Comment by Ashley — November 3, 2008 #
This promises to tantalize!! Thank you:)
Comment by sunshinemom — November 3, 2008 #
Sumptuous!
Comment by destinyskitchen — November 3, 2008 #
you got the photo mid-sauce drip! not to mention, pumpkin + bread pudding = I must lick screen now. serious!
Comment by Liz² — November 3, 2008 #
I’ve just found your blog, and am already in love with your recipes… this one is definitely getting bookmarked!
Comment by Lauren — March 11, 2009 #