Fresh Berry Bread Pudding
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of Fresh Berry Bread Pudding, a dessert that beautifully combines the rich creaminess of a classic bread pudding with the vibrant tartness of fresh berries. Featuring cubes of French bread soaked in a luscious custard made with whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla and cinnamon, this recipe is elevated by the burst of flavor from strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries. Baked to golden perfection in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing treat is delightfully versatile—serve it warm with a drizzle of vanilla sauce, a dollop of whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream for an unforgettable finish. Easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings, this Fresh Berry Bread Pudding is a must-try dessert that balances decadence with the natural freshness of berries.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 cups French bread
- 2 cups Fresh berries (e.g., strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries)
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter and set aside.
Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and place them into the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
Sprinkle the fresh berries evenly over the bread cubes in the baking dish.
Pour the custard mixture slowly over the bread and berries, ensuring all the bread pieces are coated evenly. Gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the liquid.
Let the mixture rest for about 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the custard.
Bake the bread pudding in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the bread pudding to cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm, on its own, or with a drizzle of vanilla sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of your favorite ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 870 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.3 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 314 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
