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The Best Bread Pudding Recipe

The Best Bread Pudding Recipe: Comfort in Every Bite

Discover the best bread pudding recipe that combines simple ingredients into a comforting dessert perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Soaking Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 loaf French Bread Stale preferred for best results.
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
For the Custard
  • 2 cups Milk Dairy-free milk can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with more milk.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Add nutmeg for added flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Flour
  • 1/4 cup Butter Add at the end for gloss.

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
  2. Cube the stale French bread into 1-2 inch pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
  4. Pour the custard over the cubed bread and let soak for about 20 minutes.
  5. Spread the soaked mixture into the baking dish and bake for 50-60 minutes until set.
  6. Prepare the sauce by combining sugar, flour, and heavy cream in a saucepan, stirring until thick.
  7. Serve warm with the sauce drizzled over the top, optionally garnished with powdered sugar or ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.

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