My Special Bread Pudding
Indulge in the comforting decadence of My Special Bread Pudding, a classic dessert with a rich, custardy twist. Crafted from day-old brioche or challah, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a luscious treat, featuring a velvety mixture of milk, heavy cream, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Every bite is infused with the nostalgic sweetness of granulated and brown sugars, complemented by the optional addition of plump raisins for bursts of flavor. Perfectly golden and baked to perfection, this bread pudding offers a melt-in-your-mouth texture that pairs beautifully with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce. Quick to prep and ideal for entertaining, it’s a must-try dessert that will wow your guests! Keywords: bread pudding recipe, brioche dessert, easy holiday recipes, custard dessert, sweet bread desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (cubed) Day-old bread (preferably brioche or challah)
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
- to taste Powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Place the cubed bread into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. If using raisins, sprinkle them throughout the bread cubes.
Pour the custard mixture over the bread. Gently press down on the bread with a spatula to ensure it soaks up the liquid. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the custard.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the soaked bread mixture.
Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Optionally, dust the bread pudding with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness. Serve warm on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6821 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 239.0 g | 306% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.1 g | 640% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1619 mg | 540% | |
| Sodium | 7532 mg | 327% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 997.9 g | 363% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.0 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 412.8 g | ||
| Protein | 185.5 g | 371% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.5 mcg | 47% | |
| Calcium | 1546 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 48.0 mg | 267% | |
| Potassium | 3174 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.
