Pineapple and Coconut Bread Pudding (Budín de Piña y Coco)

Budín de Piña y Coco, or Pineapple and Coconut Bread Pudding, is a delightful Costa Rican dessert that combines the tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut with the comforting warmth of bread pudding. This sweet and creamy dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a hit with friends and family.

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Pineapple and Coconut Bread Pudding (Budín de Piña y Coco)

Ingredients

  • 6 cups of cubed bread
  • 1 can (20 oz) of crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup of shredded coconut
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 2 cups of milk
  • 1/2 cup of melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread, crushed pineapple, and shredded coconut.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and melted butter.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the bread mixture and stir until well combined.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
5g
Fat
12g

Supplies

9x13 inch baking dish Mixing bowls Whisk Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Budín de Piña y Coco warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful treat.

Tips & tricks

For an extra tropical twist, sprinkle some toasted coconut on top before serving.

Cost

$10