Apple Butterscotch Bread Pudding

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup(s) butter, cubed
• 2 cup(s) chopped peeled tart apples
• 1/3 cup(s) packed brown sugar
• 8 cup(s) cubed French bread
• 1/2 cup(s) butterscotch chips
• 1/2 cup(s) cinnamon baking chips
• 1/2 cup(s) chopped walnuts
• 4 eggs
• 3 cup(s) half-and-half cream
• 1 teaspoon(s) pure vanilla extract
• Additional cinnamon baking chips, melted, optional

Preparation

1. • In a large skillet, melt butter. Stir in apples and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat for 6-7 minutes or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally.
2. • Place bread cubes in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Add the apple mixture, chips and walnuts; toss to coat. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cream and vanilla; pour over bread mixture.
3. • Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Drizzle with melted cinnamon chips if desired. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.