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Caramel Bread Pudding

Caramel Bread Pudding is a rich, creamy, and melt-in-your-mouth Filipino-style dessert made with loaf bread, eggs, milk, cream, and homemade caramel. This no-oven recipe is steamed until silky smooth, then chilled for a refreshing treat that's perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or whenever you're craving an easy yet elegant dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine Filipino
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Chopping board
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Steamer
  • Saucepan
  • Heat-proof mold or llanera
  • Aluminum foil
  • Wire rack

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel

  • ½ cup sugar

For the Bread Pudding

  • 7 slices loaf bread
  • 6 large eggs
  • 300 ml condensed milk 1 large can
  • 370 ml evaporated milk 1 large can
  • 1 cup all-purpose cream or heavy cream
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Make the Caramel

  • Place the sugar in a saucepan over low heat.
  • Allow it to melt without stirring.
  • Gently swirl the pan until the sugar turns into a golden amber caramel.
  • Immediately pour the caramel into the bottom of your mold or llanera.
  • Set aside and allow it to harden.

Prepare the Bread Pudding

  • Remove the crusts from the loaf bread and cut the bread into small cubes.
  • Pour the evaporated milk over the bread and let it soak for about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the soaked bread into a blender.
  • Add the eggs, condensed milk, remaining evaporated milk, all-purpose cream, and vanilla extract.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy.

Steam the Pudding

  • Pour the pudding mixture into the prepared caramel-coated mold.
  • Cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Steam over medium heat for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is fully set.
  • Remove from the steamer and allow it to cool completely.

Chill and Serve

  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Run a knife around the edges before unmolding.
  • Invert onto a serving plate and slice before serving chilled.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread for the best texture and to reduce food waste.
  • Blend thoroughly for an ultra-smooth and creamy pudding.
  • Cover the mold tightly with aluminum foil to prevent water droplets from falling onto the pudding while steaming.
  • Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center. It should come out clean.
  • Chill the pudding completely before unmolding for clean slices.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • This dessert can also be baked using the water bath (bain-marie) method at 180°C for 45 minutes if you prefer using an oven.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 15gCholesterol: 155mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2.1mg
Keyword Bread Dessert, Bread Pudding Recipe, Caramel Bread Pudding, EASY DESSERT RECIPE, Easy Filipino Dessert, No Oven Bread Pudding, Steamed Bread Pudding
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