Melt in Your Mouth Bread Pudding
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our "Melt in Your Mouth Bread Pudding," a timeless dessert that combines simplicity and decadence. This recipe transforms day-old bread—think brioche, challah, or French bread—into a velvety custard creation infused with warm vanilla and cinnamon flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dessert is baked to golden perfection, boasting a delightfully soft interior that's studded with optional sweet add-ins like raisins or chocolate chips. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, it’s perfect for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to elegant dinner parties. Serve it warm with a drizzle of vanilla sauce or a scoop of ice cream for the ultimate treat. A true classic that’s as easy to make as it is to love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (cubed) day-old bread (e.g., brioche, challah, or French bread)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the dish)
- 0.5 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for topping, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter.
Place the cubed bread into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly. If using raisins or chocolate chips, sprinkle them over the bread cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, making sure all the pieces are soaked. Gently press the bread down with a spatula to ensure even soaking.
Let the bread pudding sit for 10 minutes to fully absorb the liquid.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is golden brown and set in the center. A knife inserted into the middle should come out clean.
Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly (about 10 minutes) before serving.
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and serve warm. Pair it with vanilla sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.5 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.7 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1373 mg | 458% | |
| Sodium | 8349 mg | 363% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1002.7 g | 365% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.6 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 330.8 g | ||
| Protein | 163.9 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.7 mcg | 48% | |
| Calcium | 1396 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 41.3 mg | 229% | |
| Potassium | 3180 mg | 68% | |
*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.
