Pear Bread Pudding Recipe with Warm Spiced Caramel Sauce

A comforting and easy pear bread pudding recipe, perfect for a cozy dessert. Sweet pears baked into a custardy bread pudding with a hint of cinnamon.

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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 2-quart baking dish.
In a large bowl, toss the cubed bread with the diced pears, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture over the bread and pear mixture. Gently toss to ensure all bread cubes are moistened. Let stand for 10-15 minutes, allowing the bread to soak up the liquid.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the bread pudding is set and golden brown on top. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
Let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.

For a richer flavor, you can use half-and-half instead of milk.
If your bread is very fresh, you can toast it lightly in the oven before cubing to prevent it from becoming too soggy.
Adjust the spices to your preference. A pinch of cardamom can also be a nice addition.