Indulgent Bread Pudding
Warm and comforting, this bread pudding envelops you in its rich, custardy embrace. With crispy edges and a soft interior, it’s the ultimate dessert for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Filled with delightful spices and the option to customize with your favorite fruits and nuts, this recipe transforms stale bread into a delectable sweet treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale bread (e.g., French or brioche), torn into pieces
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
- ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Place torn bread pieces in the prepared baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread, pressing down gently to ensure soaking.
- If using, sprinkle raisins and nuts evenly over the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg