Cooking with a Buz: Infused Pumpkin Spice Bread Pudding for the Perfect October High

October isn’t just about pumpkins and haunted houses – it's also harvest season for outdoor cannabis growers, which means it’s the perfect time to celebrate all that hard work with some seriously tasty infused treats. As growers across the country bring in their fresh crops, we get to enjoy the fruits (or flowers) of their labor, and what better way to do that than with a cozy fall recipe?

There’s something extra special about using cannabutter made from freshly harvested cannabis – the flavor is richer, and the experience is way more satisfying when you know the plant just came out of the ground. It’s a real celebration of the season and a great way to appreciate all the effort that goes into growing this amazing plant.

This cannabis-infused pumpkin spice bread pudding is the ultimate way to combine those autumn flavors we all love with the freshest, home-grown bud. Whether you’re celebrating your own harvest or just enjoying the bounty of the season, this recipe is an absolute must-try for a night in with friends or a solo session by the fire. So grab a bag of your favorite herb, twist one up, and let’s get Cooking with a Buz!

Infused Pumpkin Spice Bread Pudding for the Perfect October High

Yield: This recipe will make 6-8 servings, depending on portion size and the size of the bread loaf used.

Preparation Time: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 50 minutes, including optional resting time.

Ingredients:

1 loaf of day-old bread (brioche or challah works great, but any leftover bread will do)
1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling – we’re keeping it real)
3 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-3 tablespoons cannabis-infused butter (cannabutter) – adjust the dosage based on your preferred potency
A handful of chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, but highly recommended for that extra crunch)
Maple syrup or caramel sauce for drizzling

Instructions:

Start by getting your oven warmed up to 350°F. While it’s heating up, take a baking dish and coat it with a bit of butter or oil so nothing sticks later. Take your bread and cut it into small cubes – bite-sized is perfect. If the bread isn’t stale, don’t worry about it. Just toss those cubes in the oven for about 10 minutes to dry them out a bit. This way, they’ll be ready to soak up all that pumpkin goodness you’re about to add.

Now, grab a big bowl. Mix together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, granulated sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Whisk it all together until everything’s smooth and well-blended. You’re aiming for a nice, creamy mixture here. Melt your cannabutter until it’s liquid, then stir it into the pumpkin mixture. Make sure it’s mixed in really well so that each bite has an even dose of that cannabis magic.

Pour your pumpkin mixture over the bread cubes, making sure every piece gets soaked. Give it a gentle press with a spoon or spatula to help the bread absorb all that flavor. If you’re adding chopped nuts, now’s the time to sprinkle them on top. Slide your baking dish into the oven and let it cook for about 40-45 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the top is golden and the center is set. Your kitchen is going to smell amazing, so try not to sneak a taste too soon.

Once it’s out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes. Drizzle some maple syrup or caramel sauce over the top, and you’re ready to dig in. Enjoy!

Tips for Cooking with Cannabis

Know Your Strength: If you’re using freshly harvested cannabis to make your cannabutter, remember that it might be a bit more potent than usual. Start with a small dose and adjust as needed.