Celebration Cornbread Pudding
Transform your gatherings with the comforting, flavor-packed joy of Celebration Cornbread Pudding! This recipe combines crumbled cornbread with a luscious custard made from whole milk, heavy cream, and melted butter, lightly sweetened with honey and a hint of cinnamon. It’s baked to golden perfection for a dessert or side dish that’s creamy, tender, and irresistibly satisfying. For a savory twist, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and green onions on top, adding layers of richness and freshness. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing dish feeds up to 8 and is perfect for holiday feasts, potlucks, or weeknight indulgence. Serve warm with a drizzle of honey, and watch it steal the spotlight at your table! Keywords: cornbread pudding recipe, easy holiday side dish, sweet and savory cornbread casserole.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cornbread (pre-made or store-bought)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 stick unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Crumble the cornbread into medium-sized pieces and spread it evenly across the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, melted butter, eggs, sugar, honey, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet mixture over the crumbled cornbread, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to gently press the cornbread down so it absorbs the liquid.
If using shredded cheddar cheese and green onions, sprinkle them evenly over the top for added flavor.
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, allowing the cornbread to soak up the custard.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. The pudding can be served warm or at room temperature.
Optional: Drizzle with additional honey or sprinkle with extra green onions for garnish before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 315.9 g | 405% | |
| Saturated Fat | 156.0 g | 780% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1452 mg | 484% | |
| Sodium | 7200 mg | 313% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 580.3 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 240.8 g | ||
| Protein | 107.8 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.7 mcg | 44% | |
| Calcium | 2092 mg | 161% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2513 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
