Description
This Comforting Old Fashioned Bread Pudding Recipe is a delightful dessert that combines cubes of day-old bread with a creamy custard, making it a perfect way to use leftover bread.
Ingredients
6 cups day-old bread
cubed (French bread
brioche
or challah work wonderfully)
3 large eggs
room temperature
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream (or half-and-half)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup light brown sugar
packed
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
melted
1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Add the cubed bread to the mixture, allowing it to soak for about 10 minutes while gently stirring.
- Fold in the melted butter and raisins or cranberries if using.
- Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature, optionally with a drizzle of cream or sauce.
Notes
For a richer flavor, try adding spices like cardamom or nutmeg, and serve with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
Keywords: Bread Pudding, Old Fashioned Dessert, Comfort Food, American Cuisine