Eggnog and Dried Fruit Bread Pudding
Eggnog and Dried Fruit Bread Pudding might be just the dessert you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains about 7g of protein, 8g of fat, and a total of 226 calories. This recipe covers 7% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 10. Head to the store and pick up powdered sugar, fruit bits, eggs, and a few other things to make it today. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Christmas. It is a good option if you're following a vegetarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.
Instructions
Combine brandy and fruit bits in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.
Remove from heat; let stand 1 hour.
Combine milk, butter, vanilla, and nutmeg in a medium saucepan.
Heat to 180 or until tiny bubbles form around edge of pan, stirring frequently (do not boil).
Combine 2/3 cup sugar, eggs, and egg yolks in a large bowl.
Pour hot milk mixture into egg mixture in a slow, steady stream, stirring constantly with a whisk. Return milk mixture to saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 6 minutes).
Combine bread and fruit mixture in a large bowl; pour milk mixture over bread mixture.
Transfer bread mixture into an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
Place dish in a 13 x 9-inch baking pan; add hot water to larger dish to a depth of 1 inch.
Bake at 375 for 45 minutes or until set.
Sprinkle with powdered sugar.