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Chocolate & Cream Cheese Bread Pudding

Gooey Chocolate & Cream Cheese Bread Pudding Bliss

Indulge in this delectable Chocolate & Cream Cheese Bread Pudding, a gooey dessert that combines rich chocolate and tangy cream cheese for a luxurious treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 loaf Sweet Bread (Brioche or Challah) torn into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 2 cups Whole Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
For Sweetness and Flavor
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese chilled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1.5 cups Dark Chocolate Chunks or Chips divided
For Preparation
  • Unsalted Butter used for greasing the baking dish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
  3. Evenly distribute the torn sweet bread pieces into the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and frothy.
  5. Pour the custard mixture over the bread and gently press the bread down to submerge.
  6. Let the pudding sit at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight.
  7. Stir in the cream cheese cubes and 1 cup of dark chocolate chunks carefully.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.
  9. Cool for 15-20 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, allow the bread to soak overnight; this enhances flavor and ensures a gooey texture. Plan ahead when preparing for gatherings or cozy nights in.

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