bread pudding recipe

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Bread Pudding Recipe

A classic and comforting dessert, bread pudding is made by soaking bread in a custard mixture and then baking it until golden brown. It’s a perfect way to use up stale bread and can be customized with various add-ins like raisins, nuts, or chocolate chips.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups of stale bread, cubed (use a sturdy bread like French, challah, or brioche)
  • 2 cups of milk
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 cup of raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
  • Whipped cream or ice cream (for serving, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the Bread: Place the cubed bread in the prepared baking dish. If using, sprinkle raisins or chocolate chips evenly over the bread cubes.
  3. Make the Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. Then, whisk in the milk and heavy cream until smooth.
  4. Soak the Bread: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes. Press the bread down gently with a spoon or spatula to ensure it soaks up the custard. Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
  5. Bake the Pudding: Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the bread pudding. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

Tips

  • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of bourbon or rum to the custard mixture.
  • You can also add a layer of sliced bananas or apples for a fruity twist.
  • Stale bread works best for this recipe, as it absorbs the custard mixture better than fresh bread.

Enjoy your homemade bread pudding!

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