Description
Indulge in the comforting and classic flavors of this easy-to-make bread pudding. A rich and creamy dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Bread Pudding:
6 cups day-old bread, cubed
Custard Mixture:
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
4 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Bread: Place the cubed bread in the baking dish.
- Make the Custard Mixture: Whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugars, vanilla, spices, and salt. Add raisins if desired.
- Soak the Bread: Pour the custard over the bread, press down gently, drizzle with melted butter, and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with caramel sauce or ice cream.
Notes
- Day-old French bread or brioche is recommended.
- Enhance with nuts or chocolate chips for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
