Bread Pudding Recipe
This classic Bread Pudding Recipe is soft, rich, and perfectly custardy with warm cinnamon and vanilla flavors. Made with day-old bread and simple pantry ingredients, this comforting dessert is baked until golden brown and served warm with vanilla sauce, caramel sauce, or a scoop of ice cream.
Servings: 10
Calories: 340kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups day-old French bread or brioche cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- ½ cup raisins optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the bread cubes evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle raisins over the bread if using.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the custard evenly over the bread cubes. Gently press the bread into the liquid so it absorbs the custard.
- Let the mixture rest for 20–30 minutes to allow the bread to soak.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with vanilla sauce, caramel sauce, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Slightly stale bread produces the best texture.
- Brioche or challah creates an extra rich and buttery pudding.
- Do not skip the soaking time for a creamy interior.
- Cover loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.
- Add chopped pecans, walnuts, chocolate chips, or diced apples for delicious variations.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
- Sodium: 280mg
- Potassium: 190mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 22g
- Calcium: 160mg
- Iron: 2mg