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This Apple Bread Pudding is perfect for breakfast or dessert on the weekends. It’s made with King’s Hawaiian Sweet Bread, apples, and an applesauce custard for an utterly delicious, slightly sweet, and pillowy soft bread pudding. This Apple Bread Pudding is over the top scrumptious and so easy to make! In This Article Why This Recipe Stands OutKey Recipe IngredientsSubstitutions And VariationsStep-By-Step Recipe InstructionsHow To Prep AheadCommonly Asked QuestionsApple Bread Pudding RecipeMore to Bake And Eat View more This post may contain affiliate links, at no additional cost to you. Why This Recipe Stands Out This Hawaiian Apple Bread Pudding is the ultimate comfort food and one of our all-time favorite apple recipes. Here’s why you’ll love it: Pillowy Soft Bread: We love using King’s Hawaiian Bread because it’s incredibly soft and slightly sweet, making it the perfect base for bread pudding. Super Easy: Like our Easy Apple Coffee Cake, this recipe is incredibly easy to make. You’ll simply tear or cut the bread into pieces, let it soak up the lusciously easy custard, and then bake. Perfect Balance of Flavors: The combination of the slightly sweet Hawaiian bread, the tart apples, and the plump raisins is absolutely heavenly. It reminds us of our Cinnamon Apple Baked Donuts! Great for Breakfast or Dessert: Serve it up with maple syrup, whipped cream, powdered sugar, or ice cream for the perfect breakfast, dessert, or snack, like our Pumpkin Bread Pudding. Key Recipe Ingredients King’s Original Hawaiian Bread – The star of our recipe, this sweet bread or brioche adds a rich, buttery flavor and a soft, tender texture to our bread pudding. Granny Apple – We love the tartness and firm texture of granny apples in this recipe. They hold up well during baking and add a refreshing contrast to the sweet bread pudding. Nutmeg – A hint of freshly grated nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic note to the bread pudding, complementing the flavors of the apples and cinnamon. Applesauce – We use 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce to add moisture to the bread pudding for the perfect texture and consistency. Substitutions And Variations Here are some of our favorite variations and substitution ideas: The Bread: Our recipe calls for King’s Original Hawaiian Bread, but you can substitute it with any sweet brioche or even croissants, as in our Nutella Bread Pudding. Dried Fruit: If you’re not a fan of raisins, try using dried cranberries or chopped apricots instead. Sauce: If you’re feeling extra decadent, try serving it with our 4-Ingredient Salted Caramel Sauce. We love the combo of apples and caramel, like in our Apple Cake with Caramel and Apple Cookies with Caramel. Step-By-Step Recipe Instructions Cut bread into bite-sized pieces and place in a greased 9×13 pan. Sprinkle raisins and apples over the bread. In a saucepan, melt butter, sugar, milk, and salt over low heat. Let it cool slightly. Then, add applesauce and stir. Add eggs and stir well. Stir in vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour this mixture over the bread and fruit in the pan. Bake at 350F for 45-55 minutes or just until the middle is set and the top is golden brown and puffy. For full list of ingredients and instructions, see recipe card below. How To Prep Ahead Take a look at our favorite prep-ahead strategies for this recipe: Prep the Ingredients: You can dice the apples and cut the bread into bite-sized pieces ahead of time. Store prepped ingredients in airtight containers in the fridge until you’re ready to use them. Make Entirely Ahead: This bread pudding can be made entirely in advance. Simply let it cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat it in the oven before serving. This Apple Bread Pudding is best served with maple syrup, whipped cream, powdered sugar, or ice cream. Commonly Asked Questions What type of bread is best for apple bread pudding? For this apple bread pudding, we recommend using 16 oz King’s Original Hawaiian Bread or any sweet brioche. These types of bread are slightly sweet and have a soft, tender crumb that makes for a deliciously rich and luxurious bread pudding. Can I use any type of apple? Yes, you can use any type of apple for this recipe. However, we recommend using a firm apple variety such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braebrun. These apples hold their shape well when baked and provide a nice tart contrast to the sweet bread pudding. How do I know when the bread pudding is done? The bread pudding is done when the middle is set and the top is golden brown and puffy. This usually takes about 45-55 minutes. How long does apple bread pudding keep? Apple bread pudding can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Be sure to cover it with plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container in the fridge. Print Apple Bread Pudding This Hawaiian Apple Bread Pudding is over the top scrumptious! Made with King’s Hawaiian Sweet Bread, apples, and an applesauce custard, this bread pudding is the perfect breakfast or dessert for your weekend. Course DessertCuisine AmericanDiet VegetarianMethod Bake Prep Time 10 minutes minutesCook Time 45 minutes minutesTotal Time 55 minutes minutes Servings 20 servings Calories 165kcal Author Amy Dong Ingredients16 oz King's Original Hawaiian Bread or sweet brioche1 cup raisins1 large granny apple peeled and diced½ cup salted butter1 cup granulated sugar2 ½ cups milkpinch table salt1 cup applesauce9 large eggs beaten1 TB vanilla extract1 TB cinnamon½ tsp nutmeg InstructionsPreheat oven to 350F with rack on lower middle position.Cut bread into bite size pieces and place in a greased 9×13 pan. Sprinkle raisins and apples over the bread and gently toss the top half just a bit so the fruit is slightly mixed in. Set aside.Melt butter, sugar, milk, and salt together in a saucepan over low heat. Let mixture cool to just warm. Add applesauce and stir. Stir in eggs – be sure mixture isn't too hot, or eggs will cook. Stir in vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Evenly spoon mixture over the bread in pan. Bake 45-55 min or just until middle is set and top is golden brown and puffy. Keep watch after about 35 minutes – if it's browning too quickly, lightly tent with foil for the remaining bake time. Notes Make sure to use a sweet bread like King’s Original Hawaiian Bread or a sweet brioche. This will add a delicious, sweet flavor to your pudding. Peel and dice your apples into small, even pieces. This will ensure that they cook evenly and blend nicely into the pudding. When melting the butter, sugar, milk, and salt, make sure to do so over low heat. This will prevent the mixture from scorch and also allow it to cool down more quickly. Always add your applesauce after the butter and milk mixture has cooled. This will prevent the applesauce from cooking and maintain a smoother texture. When adding the eggs, make sure the butter and milk mixture is just warm. If it’s too hot, the eggs will cook and you’ll end up with a lumpy mixture. Feel free to customize your bread pudding by adding chopped nuts or a drizzle of caramel sauce. Serve your apple bread pudding with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a deliciously comforting dessert.   If you enjoyed this recipe, please come back and give it a rating. We hearing from you!  Join our Free Recipe Club and get our newest, best recipes each week! NutritionCalories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 324IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg More to Bake And Eat Caramel Apple Cheesecake Dip – This Caramel Apple Cheesecake Dip is the perfect easy appetizer for fall parties. Be sure to have plenty of sliced apples, as everyone will go back for more. Apple Texas French Toast Bake – Thick, dense Texas toast bread soaks up the apple-y custard beautifully. Apple Caramel Cinnamon Cake – This apple cake is superbly tender, moist, and scrumptious!  Infused with cinnamon spice and drizzled with caramel, it’s a sure hit every time. Caramel Apple Baked Donuts – If you enjoy the classic fall flavors of apple and caramel, these Caramel Apple Baked Donuts are a must-try! They are tender, yummy, and a quintessential fall treat. The post Apple Bread Pudding appeared first on Chew Out Loud.

This Apple Pecan Salad is chock full of crunchy apples, candied pecans, creamy blue cheese, and a honey mustard dressing that’s simply amazing. This fall salad makes a tantalizing meal that truly satisfies. This Apple Pecan Salad has it all: it’s crispy, sweet, tangy, crunchy, and creamy all at once. In This Article Why This Recipe Stands OutKey Recipe IngredientsSubstitutions And VariationsStep-By-Step Recipe InstructionsHow To Prep AheadCommonly Asked QuestionsApple Pecan Salad RecipeMore to Cook And Eat View more This post may contain affiliate links, at no additional cost to you. Why This Recipe Stands Out We love a good salad, and this Apple Pecan Salad is one of the best we’ve tried. Here’s why it stands out: Loaded with Texture and Flavor: This chopped salad has it all: it’s crispy, sweet, tangy, crunchy, and creamy all at once, like our Beet Salad Recipe. Delicious Combination: The combination of the crisp apples, candied pecans, and creamy blue cheese is just heavenly, like our Chicken Caprese Salad. Versatile: You can keep it meatless or add chopped chicken for a heartier salad. In fact, if you have some leftover rotisserie, it’s an easy way to chicken-up your salad. Simple, Yet Impressive: The recipe uses simple ingredients that you can easily find at your local grocery store, but the flavors and presentation are restaurant-quality, as in our Baked Honey Ham. Homemade Dressing: The dressing for this salad is made from scratch, and it’s so simple to put together, just like this Poppyseed Dressing in our Strawberry Chicken Salad. Key Recipe Ingredients Romaine Lettuce – We chose Romaine lettuce for its sturdy and crisp texture, which provides a perfect base for the salad. Blue Cheese – This cheese is rich and creamy with a tangy kick, adding a depth of flavor to the salad. Apples – We prefer a sweet and tart apple, such as Honeycrisp or Pink Lady, for a refreshing crunch. Coarse Ground Mustard – This adds a zesty kick to the vinaigrette, and the whole mustard seeds provide a nice texture. Honey – A touch of honey, not only adds sweetness but also helps to emulsify the vinaigrette for a smooth, well-combined dressing. Substitutions And Variations Here are some of our favorite variations and substitutions: Cheese: While we love the creaminess and tang of blue cheese, feta or goat cheese would also work beautifully in this salad, just like in our Strawberry Salad with Asparagus and Lemon Spinach Orzo Salad. Nuts: If you’re not a fan of candied pecans, try using almonds or walnuts instead, as we do in our Pomegranate Salad. You can also switch out the candied nuts for toasted ones if you prefer a less sweet option. Apples: We love the crunch and sweetness of apples in this salad, but pears would be a delicious substitute, especially in the winter months. Greens: If romaine isn’t your favorite, try using spinach or kale as the base of your salad. Step-By-Step Recipe Instructions In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, mustard, honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Chill in an airtight container. Combine lettuce, cranberries, pecans, blue cheese, and apples in a salad bowl. Drizzle some dressing, toss, and serve. For full list of ingredients and instructions, see recipe card below. How To Prep Ahead Take a look at our favorite prep-ahead strategies for this recipe: Make the Dressing: The dressing for this salad can be made ahead of time. Follow the instructions as stated and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Give it a good shake before using it. Assemble Beforehand: You can assemble, excluding the dressing, the salad a couple of hours before serving. Make sure to toss chopped apples in lemon juice to prevent browning. When you’re ready to serve, drizzle the dressing, toss, and serve immediately. The crispy chopped apples, candied pecans, and creamy blue cheese go together beautifully in this salad. Commonly Asked Questions What type of apple is best to use for this salad? We recommend using a sweet and crisp apple for this salad, such as Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji. These varieties complement the tangy blue cheese and the sweet dressing. If you prefer a more tart flavor, you can also go for a Granny Smith apple. Can I use pre-made salad dressing? While you can use pre-made salad dressing for convenience, we highly recommend making the homemade dressing for this salad. The combination of coarse ground mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar really brings out the flavors of the apples, pecans, and blue cheese. How do I keep the apples from turning brown? To prevent the apples from turning brown, you can toss them in a little bit of lemon juice. The acid in the lemon juice will help slow down the oxidation process. Alternatively, you can add the apples to the salad just before serving. What is the best way to store the leftover salad? If you happen to have any leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. However, it’s best to consume the salad on the same day it’s made, as the lettuce may become soggy and the apples may start to brown after a day. Print Apple Pecan Salad This scrumptious Apple Pecan Salad features crispy apples, crunchy candied pecans, and creamy blue cheese. The honey mustard dressing is so easy and tastes incredible. Course SaladCuisine AmericanDiet VegetarianMethod Assemble Prep Time 15 minutes minutesTotal Time 15 minutes minutes Servings 8 servings Calories 155kcal Author Amy Dong Ingredients6 oz romaine lettuce chopped¼ cup dried cranberries¼ cup candied pecans3 oz blue cheese crumbled, see notes1 whole apple chopped into 1/2 inch cubes4 TB extra virgin olive oil4 tsp coarse ground mustard with seeds1 TB pure honey + 2 tsp 1 tsp apple cider vinegar¼ tsp kosher salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper InstructionsMake the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, mustard, honey, vinegar, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk well to combine. Transfer to airtight container and keep chilled. Can be made ahead of time.When ready to serve, combine romaine lettuce, cranberries, candied pecans, crumbled blue cheese, and apples into a salad bowl. Drizzle a bit of dressing, toss, and repeat until desired amount of dressing is mixed in. Serve immediately. Notes Feel free to sub with gorgonzola, roquefort, goat, or feta cheeses.  Make sure to chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. This will make it easier to eat and ensure that each bite is well-balanced with all the other ingredients. When making the dressing, whisk the ingredients well to ensure that the mustard seeds are evenly distributed, giving the dressing a nice texture and balanced flavor. To keep your apple pecan salad fresh and crisp, wait to chop and add the apples until you’re ready to serve. This will prevent them from browning and maintain their crunch. Feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal. The salad is also a great side dish for your favorite protein.   If you enjoyed this recipe, please come back and give it a rating. We hearing from you!  Join our Free Recipe Club and get our newest, best recipes each week! NutritionCalories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 239mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1947IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 0.4mg More to Cook And Eat Pomegranate Salad with Pears and Blue Cheese. For the holidays and any other day of the year; soooo yummy, it doesn’t feel like you’re eating something that good for you. Beet and Blue Cheese Salad with Pistachio. Got beets? It’s one of the best veggies for your health, and they taste awesome in a salad. Peaches and Honey Crostini with Melty Blue Cheese. The title says it all. Sweet, savory, all yum. Cabernet Burgers with Blue Cheese. Gotta throw in a burger into this summery mix. Burgers and Blue just go hand in hand. The post Apple Pecan Salad appeared first on Chew Out Loud.

This Apple Butter Recipe is healthy, delicious, and so easy to make in a slow cooker! Despite its title, there is no butter or any other kind of fat in it; it’s pure apple goodness at its best. Apple Butter is just the thing for spreading on toast, muffins, pancakes, and in lieu of the jelly for PB&J’s. In This Article Why This Recipe Stands OutKey Recipe IngredientsSubstitutions And VariationsStep-By-Step Recipe InstructionsHow To Prep AheadCommonly Asked QuestionsApple Butter Recipe RecipeMore to Cook And Eat View more This post may contain affiliate links, at no additional cost to you. Why This Recipe Stands Out We’re always looking for ways to use up our apple-picking haul, and this apple butter recipe is one of our favorite apple recipes. Here’s why: Perfect Fall Flavors: The combination of fresh apples and fall spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves is a match made in heaven, as in our Upside Down Apple French Toast Bake! No Preservatives: We love making our own spreads and sauces because we know exactly what goes into them. This apple butter is all-natural, like our Homemade Cranberry Sauce. Goes Well with Everything: Spread it on toast, muffins, pancakes, waffles, or use it in place of jelly in a PB&J – the possibilities are endless. Great for Gifting: Need a thoughtful gift for a friend or neighbor? A jar of this apple butter is just the thing, like our Lemon Curd. Make-Ahead: This apple butter will keep in the fridge for several weeks, so you can easily make it in advance. Key Recipe Ingredients Apples – The star of our recipe, apples, are rich in natural pectin, which helps to thicken the apple butter as it cooks. We recommend using a mix of sweet and tart apples for a more complex flavor. Light Brown Sugar – We use light brown sugar to sweeten the apple butter and add a subtle caramel note. Make sure to pack it lightly for the right amount of sweetness. Ground Cinnamon – Cinnamon is a classic spice that pairs beautifully with apples. It adds warmth and depth to the apple butter. Ground Nutmeg and Cloves – These two spices are used in small amounts to add a hint of earthiness and warmth to the apple butter. Be sure to use freshly ground nutmeg for the best flavor. Substitutions And Variations This homemade apple butter recipe is already pretty perfect, but here are a few variations and substitutions to try: Apples: You can use any variety of apples, we love mixing sweet and tart apples for a well-balanced flavor. You can also try this recipe with pears or a combination of apples and pears. Spices: The combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves gives this apple butter its classic flavor, but you can definitely play around with the spices. Try adding a dash of allspice, cardamom, or even a bit of ground ginger. Extract: You can omit the vanilla extract, or substitute it with almond extract for a different flavor profile. Step-By-Step Recipe Instructions Combine sugar and spices in a bowl. Add the spice mixture to the apples in a slow cooker and cook on low for 10 hours. Stir in vanilla and cook for an additional 2 hours. Puree the mixture until smooth and creamy. Store in clean jars and refrigerate. For full list of ingredients and instructions, see recipe card below. How To Prep Ahead Take a look at some of our favorite prep-ahead strategies for this apple butter recipe: Prep Apples Beforehand: You can save time on the day of cooking by prepping the apples ahead of time. Peel, core, and slice the apples, then store them in an airtight container in the fridge until you’re ready to use them. Premix Spices: Sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt can be pre-mixed and stored in an airtight container at room temperature several days in advance. Entirely Make Ahead: Apple butter will keep in the fridge for several weeks in an airtight container, such as a mason jar. So feel free to make it entirely in advance for when the craving strikes! This homemade apple butter is made with fresh apples, fall spices, and brown sugar. No preservatives here! Commonly Asked Questions What types of apples are best for making apple butter? We recommend using a mixture of apples for the best flavor. We love Honeycrisp, Fuji, Golden Delicious, McIntosh, or Braeburn.  Do I need to add liquid to the slow cooker? No, you don’t need to add any liquid to the slow cooker. The apples will release their own juices as they cook, and the slow cooking process will concentrate the flavors. Why do I need to cook the apple butter uncovered for an additional 2 hours? Cooking the apple butter uncovered for an additional 2 hours to allow excess moisture to evaporate and for the apple butter to thicken further. This will give it a more concentrated flavor and a smooth, spreadable texture. How long does homemade apple butter keep? Homemade apple butter can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. It can also be frozen for up to 6 months. Print Apple Butter Recipe This homemade Apple Butter is smooth, creamy, and velvety. Super healthy, delicious, and perfect for spreading on toast, muffins, pancakes, and for PBJ’s. Course SnackCuisine AmericanDiet Gluten Free, Low Lactose, VeganMethod crock pot, Slow Cooker Prep Time 5 minutes minutesCook Time 12 hours hoursTotal Time 12 hours hours 5 minutes minutes Servings 40 Calories 68kcal Author Amy Dong Ingredients6 lbs apples peeled, cored, and sliced1 ½ cup light brown sugar lightly packed1 TB ground cinnamon½ tsp ground nutmeg¼ tsp ground cloves¼ tsp table salt1 TB pure vanilla extract InstructionsIn a bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Whisk to combine. Place apples into slow cooker and toss with spice mixture. Cook on low for 10 hours, stirring occasionally, until mixture is thickened and dark brown.Uncover and stir in vanilla. Continue cooking, uncovered, for 2 more hours on low.Either use an immersion blender or transfer apple butter to a blender. Puree just until smooth and creamy. Transfer to clean jars, cover, and keep chilled for several weeks. Notes Mix and match apple varieties for a more complex and balanced flavor in your apple butter.  We love Honeycrisp, Fuji, Golden Delicious, McIntosh, or Braeburn.  Servings are an estimate; this recipe makes roughly 4-5 cups. The amount of servings vary, depending on how you use it.  Use apple butter on toast, English muffins, pancakes, or stirred into oatmeal.  Apple butter will keep in the fridge for several weeks in an airtight container, such as a mason jar.    If you enjoyed this recipe, please come back and give it a rating. We hearing from you!  Join our Free Recipe Club and get our newest, best recipes each week! NutritionCalories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.2mg More to Cook And Eat Best Apple Pie with All Butter Flaky Crust – This is hands-down the Best Apple Pie recipe featuring a filling loaded with just the right amount of apples and sweetness. Apple Cake with Caramel – This caramel apple cake is such a gem. It’s super moist, tender, and brimming with warm spices and plummy apples. Apple Cookies (With Caramel) – Soft and chewy, these apple cookies envelop your tastebuds in warmth and joy. The caramel drizzle on top is just enough flair to make them extra special! Stuffing with Sausage and Apples – If you’re looking for the most mouthwatering homemade stuffing recipe, you’ll be greatly rewarded for making this apple sausage stuffing. 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