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The Best Bread Pudding Recipe

The Best Bread Pudding Recipe for Ultimate Cozy Comfort

The Best Bread Pudding Recipe transforms simple ingredients into a heartwarming dessert that your loved ones will cherish.
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: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 loaf French Bread or brioche for a sweeter twist
  • 4 large Eggs fresh for best results
  • 1/2 cup Sugar adjust to taste
For the Custard
  • 2 cups Milk or almond/coconut milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut cream for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract or pure vanilla bean
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg adjust to taste
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sugar alternatives can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Butter or vegan butter

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for The Best Bread Pudding Recipe
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
    The Best Bread Pudding Recipe
  2. Slice day-old French bread into 1-2 inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
    The Best Bread Pudding Recipe
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, heavy cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
    The Best Bread Pudding Recipe
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the cubed bread, stir gently, and let it soak for 20 minutes.
    The Best Bread Pudding Recipe
  5. Transfer the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 50-60 minutes until set.
    The Best Bread Pudding Recipe
  6. In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, flour, and heavy cream over medium heat until thickened, then stir in butter and vanilla.
    The Best Bread Pudding Recipe

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 450IUCalcium: 120mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Use day-old bread for best results and allow the pudding to cool for 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor and texture.

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