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Poor Man's Peanut Butter Bread Pudding

A cozy and affordable dessert made with just four simple ingredients, perfect for using up stale bread and indulging in the rich flavors of peanut butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 6 cups stale bread, torn or cut into cubes Any type of stale bread can be used.
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter Use creamy for best results.
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar Can be substituted with maple syrup for variations.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish or a similar small casserole dish.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, warm the milk, peanut butter, and brown sugar, stirring until the peanut butter melts and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Place the stale bread in a large bowl, then pour the warm peanut butter mixture over it. Let it sit for 5 minutes so the bread can soak up the liquid.
  4. Gently press and stir the bread so all the pieces are evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
Baking
  1. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is lightly golden, the edges are set, and the center is still a little soft but not liquid.
  2. Let the bread pudding rest for 10 minutes before scooping and serving it.

Notes

Serve warm on its own or with vanilla ice cream or chocolate sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave before serving.