Description
This delightful Bread Pudding Pie combines a buttery crust with a rich, custardy filling studded with sweet milk chocolate toffee bits and crunchy pecans. Perfectly baked until golden brown, it’s a treat that’s easy to prepare and ideal for dessert bars or gatherings.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
Filling
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 package (8 ounces) milk chocolate English toffee bits
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and confectioners’ sugar. Cut in the softened butter using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Firmly press the mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13×9-inch baking dish to form an even crust.
- Bake crust partially: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the baking dish with the prepared crust in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until it begins to set and lightly golden.
- Make the filling: While the crust is baking, beat together the sweetened condensed milk, egg, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl until smooth and well combined. Stir in the milk chocolate toffee bits and chopped pecans.
- Assemble and bake: Once the crust is partially baked, remove it from the oven. Spread the prepared filling mixture evenly over the baked crust. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly browned on top.
- Cool and chill: Remove the dish from the oven and allow the bread pudding pie to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, cover it with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate until chilled and firm, which enhances flavor and texture.
- Serve: Cut the chilled bread pudding pie into bars or squares—yielding approximately 3 dozen—and serve cold or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or omit nuts for a nut-free version.
- For added flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg into the filling mixture.
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the perfect crust texture.
- Use a greased baking dish to prevent sticking, or line with parchment paper for easier removal.
- This dessert can be served with whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 1/36 of recipe)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
