Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding recipe, a classic dessert that combines tender bread soaked in a rich custard, baked to golden perfection, and served with a luscious vanilla sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Bread Pudding:
- 4 cups stale bread, cubed
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup raisins or chopped nuts (optional)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Make A Classic Vanilla Sauce
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons warm water
Instructions
- Preparing the Bread – Start by preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a baking dish with butter. Place the cubed bread into the dish and spread it evenly. If using raisins or nuts, sprinkle them over the bread to ensure even distribution.
- Making the Custard Mixture – In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Once combined, pour in the milk and heavy cream, stirring until fully incorporated. Drizzle the melted butter into the mixture for added richness.
- Soaking and Baking the Bread – Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently so the bread absorbs the liquid. Allow it to sit for 10–15 minutes, letting the flavors meld. Bake for about 45–50 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the pudding is set but slightly soft in the center. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Making the Vanilla Sauce – While the pudding bakes, melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg with powdered sugar. Slowly add the warm butter, whisking constantly. Stir in vanilla extract and warm water until smooth. Remove from heat and drizzle over the warm bread pudding.
Notes
- The choice of bread can greatly influence the texture of the pudding.
- Consider adding a splash of bourbon or rum to the custard mixture for enhanced flavor.
- Experiment with different sweeteners like brown sugar or maple syrup for varied tastes.
- Try serving the bread pudding with caramel sauce or a dusting of powdered sugar for different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Bread Pudding, Dessert, Vanilla Sauce, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe
