Raisin Apple Bread Pudding

Cinnamon, apples and raisins combine for a sweet and rich bread pudding. It's a great use for leftover bread and a cozy alternative for dessert.

Recipe Ingredients:

4 cups white bread cubes
1 medium apple, chopped
1 cup raisins
2 large eggs
1 (12-ounce) can NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
1/2 cup apple juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 jar caramel ice cream topping (optional)

Cooking Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 11x7x2-inch baking dish.
2. Combine bread, apple and raisins in large bowl. Beat eggs in medium bowl. Stir in evaporated milk, apple juice, sugar and cinnamon; mix well. Pour egg mixture over bread mixture, pressing bread into milk mixture; let stand for 10 minutes. Pour into prepared baking dish.
3. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until set and apples are tender. Serve warm with caramel topping.

Makes 8 servings.

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