🍰 Pecan Pie Bread Pudding 🍁

Savor the warmth of home with every spoonful! Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings.

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 cup of chopped pecans
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup of maple syrup
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 loaf of day-old French bread, cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup of whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and set it aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
3. Add the cubed French bread to the bowl, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated with the egg mixture. Let it soak for about 15 minutes, so the bread fully absorbs the liquid.
4. Fold in the chopped pecans gently, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
5. Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
6. Drizzle the maple syrup over the top, allowing it to seep into the bread mixture.
7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
8. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
9. Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 410 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Proteins: 8g
- Fats: 20g
(Note: Values are approximate)

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For an extra crunch, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the mixture.
- If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the maple syrup by half and serve with unsweetened whipped cream.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 65 minutes | Serving: 8 servings