Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding

This semi-homemade peach cobbler bread pudding will knock your socks off! It’s the perfect peach dessert and so easy to make with simple, affordable ingredients.

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1. Ingredients for Semi-Homemade Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding
2. How to Make Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding | Steps & Video Tutorial
3. How to Serve Peach Bread Pudding
4. Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding Recipe Tips and Tricks
5. More Must-Try Peach Desserts from I Heart Recipes
6. Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding Recipe

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Hey Cousins! Today, I’m coming in hot with a scrumptious peach dessert. If you know anything about me, you know that I Heart Recipes peach cobbler is somewhat of a legend. What could possibly be better than a tasty homemade peach cobbler? How about combining two of the best Southern desserts ever – peach cobbler and bread pudding?! That’s right, fam. Today, I’ll show you how to make Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding!

Now, in my opinion, bread pudding recipes can be hit or miss. I’m not a huge fan of plain bread pudding – mine needs to have raisins or something to kick it up a notch… definitely not just plain ol’ bread pudding. I’ve made my fair share of bread puddings – a Krispy Kreme bread pudding, old-fashioned bread pudding, and even eggnog bread pudding with cranberries, perfect for the holidays.

This peach bread pudding recipe is sure to please a crowd, and it’s crazy simple. I make it as easy as possible, so you don’t have to go out and buy a ton of ingredients. The main ingredients are things you’d expect – eggs, milk, vanilla, etc. But the secret ingredient? Cinnamon rolls and canned peaches! Basic ingredients, but I promise you, there is nothing basic about this bread pudding recipe!

Ingredients for Semi-Homemade Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding

Most bread puddings require a lot of ingredients, but not this one! You only need a few things. So, march on down to your local grocery store, and let’s get cookin’! The complete ingredient measurements are in the recipe card at the end of this post, so you know exactly what you’ll need. 

• Canned Cinnamon Rolls: you can buy any brand, but you have to buy the ones with cans or packets of icing! I used Annie’s Cinnamon Rolls, but feel free to use your favorite brand.
• Canned Sliced Peaches: you want the canned peaches in heavy syrup for extra sweetness and peach flavor in the bread pudding.
• Eggs: the base of the creamy custard mixture.
• Vanilla Extract: sweetens the egg mixture.
• Evaporated Milk: I use this instead of heavy cream in my recipe. It seems like a lot, but it’s what makes the bread pudding so creamy!
• Melted Butter: for that buttery, velvety texture. 
• Granulated White Sugar: for sweetness. 

Can I make this peach cobbler bread pudding with fresh peaches? 

You certainly can use fresh peaches if you have them on hand. But the problem is that fresh peaches aren’t always in season! We want soft, juicy peaches, and that syrup adds a lot of peach flavor to the dish. If you can find perfectly ripe peaches, go ahead and use them. The bread pudding may be slightly drier without the syrup, but the natural peach juice should help to moisten it up. However, if you want to make this tasty dessert all year round, stick with canned peaches. 

What bread can I use to make bread pudding besides cinnamon rolls?

If you don’t like canned cinnamon rolls, don’t worry – you can still make this recipe with plenty of other bread options! Rich brioche bread, challah bread, or old donuts are all excellent choices.

How to Make Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding | Steps & Video Tutorial

Now, let’s get into the good stuff… how to make this delicious peach cobbler bread pudding! Before we get started, I’ll let you know that you do have to prep some of this recipe ahead of time, so plan accordingly!

• One Day Ahead of Time: Bake the cinnamon rolls! I hear y’all now! “Cousin Rosie, how am I supposed to keep a whole tray of cinnamon rolls in my house for a whole day?!” It’s hard, Cousins, I know! But trust me. Let them sit on your counter overnight. Don’t cover, don’t touch, don’t NOTHIN’. Let them be! Put the icing in the fridge and move along.

Next comes the rest of the recipe. The secret to the best bread pudding is day-old bread, or, in this case, day-old cinnamon rolls! Stale bread absorbs the creamy custard mixture without getting too soft and soggy, giving you the perfect texture and best flavor. Here are the next steps:

• Cut the Cinnamon Rolls: The next day, cut or tear the cinnamon rolls up into chunks and set them aside in a large bowl. They should be decent-sized pieces since they will moisten and shrink once you add the liquid ingredients. 
• Make the Custard: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, condensed milk, melted butter, and vanilla together until well combined.
• Mix in the Cinnamon Roll Chunks: Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls, mix until all the pieces are well coated, and let the bread sit for at least 20 minutes to soak up all that sweet goodness. Then, add the canned peaches, syrup, and all, and stir everything together again.
• Bake the Bread Pudding: Pour the peach bread pudding mixture into a prepared baking dish (I coat mine with unsalted butter, but you can use nonstick cooking spray or even parchment paper). Smooth out the mixture, top it off with any remaining peach slices, and bake it for about 50 minutes at 350 degrees. 

Video Tutorial

Watch how I make my peach cobbler bread pudding below! This quick 2-minute video shows you just how easy it really is to make one of my favorite desserts. Don’t forget to subscribe to I Heart Recipes on YouTube to see more videos just like this one. 

How to Serve Peach Bread Pudding

Once your bread pudding is done, let it cool to just about room temperature. Then you can top it and dish it up! I drizzle mine with the cinnamon roll icing (let it come to room temperature before using). You could also use caramel sauce, a cinnamon sugar mixture, or a homemade vanilla icing made with powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Of course, this peach dessert isn’t complete without a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding Recipe Tips and Tricks

Now, y’all know I always recommend following my recipe exactly for the best flavor and results. These recipes are Cousin Rosie tested and approved! As always, I have some tips and tricks to make sure you get the perfect recipe every time.

• Is bread pudding supposed to be gooey? This comes down to what you want. I think yes!! But if you prefer a less-mushy bread pudding, cut down on the wet ingredients just a little bit (milk and peach juice, specifically). 
• Do you bake bread pudding covered or uncovered? You only need to cover the baking dish if the top of your bread pudding is getting too brown for your liking. The sugary peaches on top might brown or burn easily, so keep an eye out towards the last 15-20 minutes of cooking time. 
• How do I know when bread pudding is done? It should be gooey, but it should not be liquidy. If there’s still some liquid, it needs to go a little longer. You can also use the toothpick test. 
• You can sub out evaporated milk for heavy cream, half and half, or whole milk. The creamier, the better, in my opinion!
• Store your leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. The longer it’s stored, the mushier it will get – it’s really best enjoyed fresh!

More Must-Try Peach Desserts from I Heart Recipes

This dessert got you feelin’ peachy? I gotchu, fam! Here are some to-die-for peach desserts to try next time: 

• Peach Cobbler Cheesecake
• Peach Pretzel Jello Dessert
• Instant Pot Southern Style Peach Dump Cake
• Peach Blueberry Cobbler Crisp
• Grandma’s Peach Pie with Canned Peaches
• Southern Peach Cobbler Cupcakes

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Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding Recipe

Peach cobbler bread pudding is a combination of two classic Southern recipes! It's quick, easy, and budget-friendly — the perfect dessert!

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Course Dessert

Cuisine Southern

Keyword Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding

Prep Time 1 hour hour

Cook Time 50 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 50 minutes minutes

Servings 12 servings

Ingredients

• 2 cans cinnamon rolls with icing
• 2 cans sliced peaches in heavy syrup (15 oz.)
• 5 medium sized eggs beaten
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 1/2 cups evaporated milk
• 3 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp vanilla

Instructions

• Bake the cinnamon rolls as directed on the package or can (refrigerate the icing until we're ready to use it!). Once the cinnamon rolls are done, let them sit overnight.
  2 cans cinnamon rolls with icing
• Next, tear the cinnamon rolls apart and place them to the side.
• In a large mixing bowl add the eggs, sugar, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
  5 medium sized eggs, 1 tbsp vanilla, 3 tbsp melted butter, 3 1/2 cups evaporated milk, 1 cup granulated sugar
• Add in the cinnamon rolls and stir. Let sit for about 20 minutes until the cinnamon rolls soak up the egg mixture.
• Add one can of sliced peaches and their juices. Fold the ingredients, then let sit for about 10 more minutes.
  2 cans sliced peaches in heavy syrup (15 oz.)
• Grease a 9×13 bake dish, then add in the bread pudding mixture and smooth out.
• Next, top off the bread pudding with the remaining can of peaches, but do not add the syrup!
• Bake on 350 F for about 50 minutes.
• Remove from the oven, and let cool.
• Drizzle with the icing that came with the cinnamon rolls.
• Serve and enjoy!

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