full fat frenzy

I've been experimenting with bread pudding recipes, trying to come up with something that is not quite as heavy in the stomach as some seem to turn out. It is by no means a low-fat experience, but hopefully the addition of fruit balances out all the sugar and carbs that do end up in it? Sorry folks, there's no way around it if you want to eat bread pudding that actually tastes good.

Peaches and cream bread pudding

1 large loaf Challah bread, cubed

12 peaches, pitted, peeled, and thickly sliced (enough to make 3 cups)

½ c walnuts or walnut pieces

¼ c granulated brown sugar

¼ c honey

½ c amaretto

8 oz Mascarpone cheese (half a container)

1 pint heavy cream

6 whole eggs

1 tsp vanilla

½ tsp cinnamon

Preheat oven to 350.

In a large bowl, mix the peaches, walnuts, brown sugar, and honey. Stir well to coat. Add the bread and stir to combine. Spoon mixture in a single layer into a 13x9” greased baking dish.

In another bowl, whisk the mascarpone cheese into the heavy cream until smooth. Add eggs and whisk well. Add in amaretto, vanilla, and cinnamon, and whisk to combine. Pour cream mixture over bread mixture into baking dish, and allow to soak for 10 minutes. Place baking dish in the oven and bake for 35-45 minutes until custard is set.