What bread works best for these bites?

Challah or brioche bread cubes provide a soft, rich texture that soaks up the custard nicely, enhancing flavor and softness.

Can I prepare the bites ahead of time?

Yes, they can be refrigerated for up to one day after baking to maintain freshness before serving.

Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form for the perfect piping texture.

Sprinkling shredded coconut around the base adds a festive 'fur' trim effect to resemble Santa hats and adds mild texture.

This dish contains eggs, milk, and wheat gluten. Strawberries may also cause allergies in some individuals.

Festive, bite-sized bread pudding treats topped with whipped cream and strawberries to resemble Santa hats perfect for holiday gatherings.

This recipe quickly became a holiday favorite in our family. Everyone loves the sweet and creamy texture combined with fresh strawberries.

Bread Pudding: 6 cups (about 300 g) challah or brioche bread cut into 1-inch cubes
Bread Pudding: 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
Bread Pudding: 3/4 cup (180 ml) heavy cream
Bread Pudding: 3 large eggs
Bread Pudding: 2/3 cup (135 g) granulated sugar
Bread Pudding: 1 tsp vanilla extract
Bread Pudding: 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Bread Pudding: 1/4 tsp salt
Bread Pudding: 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Topping: 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) heavy whipping cream cold
Topping: 3 tbsp powdered sugar
Topping: 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping: 24 small strawberries hulled
Topping: 2 tbsp shredded coconut (optional for fur trim)

Step 1:: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) Grease a mini muffin pan (24 wells)
Step 2:: In a large bowl whisk together milk heavy cream eggs sugar vanilla cinnamon and salt
Step 3:: Add bread cubes to the custard mixture and toss gently to coat Let soak for 10 minutes
Step 4:: Spoon the soaked bread mixture evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan pressing down gently Drizzle melted butter over the tops
Step 5:: Bake for 25 30 minutes or until golden and set Cool in pan for 10 minutes then transfer bites to a wire rack to cool completely
Step 6:: While bites cool whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form
Step 7:: Pipe or dollop a swirl of whipped cream onto each bread pudding bite
Step 8:: Place a strawberry tip up on each to resemble a Santa hat Pipe a small dot of whipped cream on the tip of each strawberry Sprinkle shredded coconut around the base for a fur effect if desired
Step 9:: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve

Our family gathers every holiday and this treat never fails to bring smiles to the table especially the little ones who love the festive look

Mini muffin pan Mixing bowls Whisk Electric mixer (for whipped cream) Piping bag or spoon

Contains Eggs Milk Wheat (gluten) Strawberries may cause allergies in sensitive individuals Double-check bread and cream labels if unsure

Calories 110 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 13 g Protein 2 g per serving

These Santa Hat Bread Pudding Bites are sure to impress and add a festive touch to any holiday gathering.

→ What bread works best for these bites?: Challah or brioche bread cubes provide a soft, rich texture that soaks up the custard nicely, enhancing flavor and softness.
→ Can I prepare the bites ahead of time?: Yes, they can be refrigerated for up to one day after baking to maintain freshness before serving.
→ How do I achieve the whipped cream topping consistency?: Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form for the perfect piping texture.
→ What is the purpose of the shredded coconut?: Sprinkling shredded coconut around the base adds a festive 'fur' trim effect to resemble Santa hats and adds mild texture.
→ Are there any common allergens in this dish?: This dish contains eggs, milk, and wheat gluten. Strawberries may also cause allergies in some individuals.