Description
Classic bread pudding with vanilla custard is a heartwarming dessert that brings together the comforting flavors of creamy custard and soft, fluffy bread. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed warm on a chilly evening or served cold at a brunch gathering. Each bite melts in your mouth, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and texture that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale bread, cubed
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine stale bread cubes with the custard mixture made by whisking milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Gently fold the bread into the custard until coated but not mushy.
- If desired, add raisins or nuts and mix lightly.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown on top and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before serving with warm vanilla custard.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg