Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Classic Bread Pudding with Vanilla Custard, a nostalgic dessert that transforms day-old bread into heavenly bites. This easy-to-make dish boasts a rich custard soaked into fluffy bread, topped with creamy vanilla sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this recipe is sure to bring smiles and sweet memories to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups day-old bread (brioche or challah), torn into chunks
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup raisins or chopped nuts for toppings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Place the torn bread pieces in the greased baking dish and pour the custard mixture evenly over them. Press down gently to ensure all bread is soaked.
- If desired, sprinkle raisins or nuts on top before baking.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- For the vanilla custard sauce: Combine milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through but not boiling.
- Serve warm with drizzled vanilla custard over each slice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 130mg