Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Best Bread Pudding Recipe. Golden-brown bread cubes soak in a rich custard infused with vanilla and cinnamon, creating an irresistible aroma that fills your kitchen. Whether enjoyed warm with a drizzle of caramel or chilled with ice cream, this classic dessert transforms stale bread into a delightful treat perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale bread (brioche or challah), cubed
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Place the cubed stale bread evenly in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth. Pour over the bread cubes, ensuring they soak well.
- If using, sprinkle raisins on top and gently press down.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with whipped cream or ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 115mg