Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsVestal RestaurantDonut Bread Pudding Recipe

Donut Bread Pudding Recipe

Inspired by Vestal Restaurant
Time1h
Serves8

SALT TOFFEE SAUCE, WHIPPED CREAM, BUTTER PECAN ICE CREAM

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Ingredients

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Donut Bread Pudding

Method

Preparation and Assembly

  1. 1

    Prepare the Donuts

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut the stale donuts into bite-sized pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.

  2. 2

    Make the Custard Mixture

    In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Combine and Soak

    Pour the custard mixture over the donut pieces, making sure they are well coated. Let them soak for about 15-20 minutes, pressing down occasionally to ensure all pieces are soaked.

  4. 4

    Bake

    Dot the top with butter and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

  5. 5

    Prepare Salt Toffee Sauce

    In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Allow it to simmer without stirring until it turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat and carefully whisk in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and a pinch of salt until smooth.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the warm donut bread pudding topped with salt toffee sauce, a dollop of whipped cream, and a scoop of butter pecan ice cream.

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