Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

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Indulge in the comforting warmth of this classic bread pudding, elevated with a luscious vanilla sauce. Perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions, this recipe combines simple ingredients to create a decadent dessert that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients


For the Bread Pudding:

  • 6 cups of cubed bread (day-old bread works best)
  • 2 cups of milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 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 other dried fruits (optional)

For the Vanilla Sauce:

  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread and milk. Let the bread soak in the milk for about 10 minutes, allowing it to absorb the liquid.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the soaked bread and gently stir until the bread is evenly coated. If desired, fold in the raisins or other dried fruits.
  5. Transfer the bread mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Press down slightly to ensure the bread is submerged in the custard mixture.
  6. Bake the bread pudding in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
  7. While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the vanilla sauce. In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, sugar, and butter over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer.
  8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
  9. Serve the warm bread pudding drizzled with the vanilla sauce. Enjoy the comforting flavors of this delightful dessert!

Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.

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