Pumpkin Pie Bread Pudding Recipe: Autumn Comfort Baking

Ingredients

• 6 cups stale brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup (for glaze)
• Pinch of salt (for glaze)