Pistachio & Fig Panettone Bread Pudding
Pistachio & Fig Panettone Bread Pudding is a warm, indulgent dessert that combines rich custard with fluffy panettone, crunchy pistachios, and sweet figs. This delightful dish is perfect for any gathering or as a comforting treat during quiet evenings at home. With its gorgeous presentation and unforgettable flavors, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf panettone (about 500g)
- 1 cup unsalted pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1 cup dried figs, chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Tear the panettone into bite-sized pieces and combine with the chopped pistachios and figs in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the panettone and gently press down to soak.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the middle. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute almonds or walnuts for pistachios or add chocolate chips for a sweeter twist. To enhance flavors, infuse milk with vanilla beans or citrus zest before mixing.