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Classic Bread Pudding with Vanilla Custard

This traditional bread pudding is a cozy and comforting dessert made with day-old bread and a rich, spiced custard. Topped with a silky vanilla sauce, it's perfect for holidays or any time you're craving something warm and sweet.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups day-old bread cubed
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup raisins optional
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for vanilla custard)
  • 1/2 cup milk (for vanilla custard)
  • 1/4 cup sugar (for vanilla custard)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract (for vanilla custard)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  • Add the milk and heavy cream to the egg mixture, whisking until smooth.
  • Place the cubed bread in the prepared baking dish. If using, sprinkle the raisins evenly over the bread.
  • Pour the custard mixture over the bread, pressing down gently to ensure all pieces are soaked.
  • Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the pudding.
  • Let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
  • While the pudding bakes, prepare the vanilla custard sauce by heating 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of milk, 1/4 cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens slightly.
  • Serve the bread pudding warm, drizzled with the vanilla custard sauce.

Notes

Use challah, brioche, or French bread for best results. Let the bread sit out overnight or toast lightly if it's too fresh. For a twist, fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips. The custard sauce is optional, but it really takes this dish over the top!

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal
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