Cinnamon-Raisin and Pumpkin Bread Pudding Recipe

This recipe is for all the cinnamon, raisin, and pumpkin lovers out there!

If you love cinnamon, raisins, and all things pumpkin, this cozy dessert is calling your name. This Cinnamon-Raisin and Pumpkin Bread Pudding combines all the comforting flavors of fall into one irresistible dish. Rich pumpkin puree, warm spices, and tender cubes of pumpkin bread are soaked in a creamy custard, then baked to golden perfection.

Perfect for autumn holidays, weekend brunches, or chilly evenings at home, this easy pumpkin bread pudding will impress your guests—and it’s just as delicious served warm or chilled.

A Brief History of Bread Pudding

Bread pudding is one of the oldest ways to transform leftover bread into a decadent dessert. Originating in England as early as the 11th century, bread pudding began as a frugal way to use up stale loaves by soaking them in milk, eggs, and sugar before baking. Over time, it evolved into a rich comfort food enjoyed around the world.

Today, it’s a versatile dish with endless variations. This version adds an autumn twist with the addition of pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and rum-soaked raisins for a festive, flavorful finish.

Ingredients

1 box pumpkin bread, prepared according to package directions

1 1/3 cup half and half

¾ cup pumpkin puree

3 eggs

2 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice

3/4 cup raisins

2 tablespoons rum

3 teaspoons of cinnamon

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the half and half, pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, raisins, cinnamon, and rum.

3. Once the pumpkin bread has cooled, remove it from the loaf pan and cut into cubes.

4. Gently fold the bread cubes into the pumpkin mixture using a rubber spatula.

5. Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes so the bread absorbs the custard.

6. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×9 inch baking dish.

7. Bake for 30 minutes or until the center is set and the top is slightly golden.

8. Serve warm straight from the oven or chill for a few hours and serve cold.

Serving Tips

This pumpkin bread pudding tastes amazing on its own, but for an extra indulgent touch, top with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of maple glaze. It makes a beautiful presentation when served in individual ramekins for special occasions.