Description
Cozy, comforting, and decadently rich—this Slow Cooker Apple Bread Pudding with Salted Caramel Drizzle is the dessert that defines fall. Each spoonful is filled with tender chunks of cinnamon-spiced apple, soft custardy bread, and the buttery magic of salted caramel that cascades over the top like a sweet waterfall. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, or warm fall food ideas, this slow cooker recipe is your go-to for stress-free indulgence.
Ingredients
4 cups brioche or challah bread, cubed
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 medium apples, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
Instructions
1. Cut the brioche or challah into 1-inch cubes and spread them out to slightly dry. Peel and chop the apples into small cubes.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Grease the slow cooker with butter or non-stick spray. Add the cubed bread and apples, then pour the custard mixture over the top. Press gently to soak. Let sit for 15 minutes.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
5. Drizzle with warm salted caramel sauce. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make sure the bread is slightly stale—it soaks better.
Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor.
Let it rest after cooking so it firms up before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: bread pudding, apple dessert, slow cooker recipe, fall dessert, caramel apple, easy dessert