Air Fryer Bread Pudding is going to be your new favorite treat. When it comes to a fast and easy dessert, homemade bread pudding should be at the top of your list.
This easy air fryer recipe is proof of why cooking desserts in your air fryer is the best. This Air Fryer Deep Fried Oreos Recipe is more proof!
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Why I Love This Recipe
When it comes to giving your tastebuds a true treat, there’s a reason why this easy bread pudding recipe is one of my favorites.
- The house smells great every time I make it
- The air fryer does all the work
- Always a hit with family and friends
If you love bread pudding as much as I do, then you may also enjoy this Slow Cooker Bread Pudding.
Ingredients
All of these ingredients are super common and probably ones that you already have on hand.
- French loaf bread – You can use other bread if you’d like but this is the best because of the texture.
- butter flavored syrup – I also think that maple syrup tastes great with this as well.
Substitutions
Heavy cream: Whole milk works best in this recipe, but if you are out of whole milk you can use heavy cream instead.
Cinnamon: I think a dash of cinnamon would add so much delicious flavor!
Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools
- Air fryer – You will need at least a 6-quart air fryer to make this recipe.
- Baking Pan – You will need a pan that will fit inside your air fryer. I like to use a springform pan that seals well so it doesn’t leak.
How to Make Air Fryer Bread Pudding
This simple recipe for bread pudding takes just 7 easy steps! You’ll be eating and enjoying it in no time at all. The entire list of ingredients and full directions are found in the printable recipe below.
Step 1: Soak the bread cubes in heavy whipping cream
Put the bread cubes and 3/4 cup of heavy whipping cream and half of the milk in a bowl and soak.
Step 2: Beat together egg, sugar, and vanilla
Grab another bowl and beat 1 egg and then stir 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 T of vanilla into it.
Step 3: Prepare the pan and all the soaked bread cubes
Grease the spring mold pan with 1 T of butter and then add in the soaked bread cubes.
Step 4:Pour the custard mixture over top of the bread
Once added, pour the egg and sugar mixture over the top. Wrap the bottom of the pan in foil and cook in the air fryer for 15 minutes at 330 degrees.
Step 5: Air fry a second bread pudding
Once done take out of the air fryer basket and let cool for 15 minutes before taking out the bread pudding.
Repeat the above steps to make a second bread pudding.
Step 6: Make the sauce
Melt 1 stick of butter in a pan along with 1 cup of sugar and syrup. Whisk and bring to a boil. Once the mixture is boiling, take off the heat and let sit.
Step 7: Drizzle and serve
After the mixture has cooled, drizzle over the top of the bread pudding.
Variations / Options / Add-Ins
Do you want to personalize this recipe? Here are a few additions that you can add to make this recipe your own.
Brown Sugar: Try adding a bit of brown sugar and see how it changes the taste.
Fruit: I like to top my bread pudding with fresh fruit as it adds a bit of a natural sweetness easily.
Chocolate Chips: You could also add some chocolate chips to this recipe for a hint of chocolate.
Toppings
Since bread pudding is so versatile, you can really have fun with the choices of toppings. Here is a small list of my favorite toppings for this recipe.
- powdered sugar
- whipped cream
- caramel sauce
- cinnamon sugar
- vanilla ice cream
- fresh fruit
Serving Suggestions
Are you wondering what you can serve with this delicious recipe? Here are a few of my things to serve with this sweet treat.
Pro Tips
Here are a few pro tips to help make sure that your bread pudding turns out perfectly every time that you make it.
- If you don’t have french bread on hand, you can use brioche, challah, or even sandwich bread in a pinch.
- If you are using a springform pan as I did, you can wrap the bottom of the pan with aluminum foil to prevent any leaks from getting into your air fryer basket.
- Don’t have a springform pan? You can use a baking dish or cake pan that will fit into your air fryer instead.
- No matter which type of pan you use be sure to spray it well with nonstick cooking spray so that clean-up is a breeze.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this air fryer bread pudding recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.
Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and kept in the refrigerator. This is the best way to keep it fresh.
To reheat bread pudding, I like to warm it up in the microwave. You can also heat it up in the air fryer but you have to be careful not to overcook it.
You can but I really recommend making and eating it fresh. Freezing it may cause it to be a bit dry once you unthaw it.
More Air Fryer Recipes
If you like using your Air Fryer give these recipes a try:
- Easy Cinnamon Sugar Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts Recipe
- Air Fryer Deep Fried Oreos Recipe
- The Best Air Fryer Hash Browns Recipe
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📋 Recipe
Air Fryer Bread Pudding Recipe
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Springform pan
- Large bowl
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1/2 loaf cubed French bread
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 3/4 cups whole milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla
- 1 stick + 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup butter flavored syrup
Instructions
- Put the bread cubes and 3/4 cup of heavy whipping cream and half of the milk in a bowl and soak.
- Grab another bowl and beat 1 egg and then stir 1/2 cup of sugar and 1 T of vanilla into it.
- Grease the spring mold pan with 1 T of butter and then add in the soaked bread cubes. Once added, pour the egg and sugar mixture over the top. Wrap the bottom of the pan in foil and cook in the air fryer for 15 minutes at 330 degrees.
- Once done take out of the air fryer basket and let cool for 15 minutes before taking out the bread pudding.
- Repeat the above steps to make a second bread pudding.
- Melt 1 stick of butter in a pan along with 1 cup of sugar and the syrup. Whisk and bring to a boil. Once the mixture is boiling, take off the heat and let sit.
- After the mixture has cooled, drizzle over the top of the bread pudding.
Notes
- If you don’t have french bread on hand, you can use brioche, challah, or even sandwich bread in a pinch.
- If you are using a springform pan as I did, you can wrap the bottom of the pan with aluminum foil to prevent any leaks from getting into your air fryer basket.
- Don’t have a springform pan? You can use a baking dish or cake pan that will fit into your air fryer instead.
- No matter which type of pan you use be sure to spray it well with nonstick cooking spray so that clean-up is a breeze.