Simply the Best Bread Pudding
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with "Simply the Best Bread Pudding," a classic dish that transforms day-old bread into a luscious, custardy masterpiece. Featuring a heavenly blend of rich whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of cinnamon, this recipe is elevated by the addition of pure vanilla and optional sweet bursts of raisins. Perfectly baked to achieve a golden-brown crust while keeping the inside irresistibly moist, this bread pudding is easy to prepare and ready in just over an hour. Serve it warm with whipped cream, ice cream, or caramel sauce for a showstopping dessert that’s as nostalgic as it is satisfying. Ideal keywords include "bread pudding recipe," "easy dessert ideas," and "classic comfort food."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups day-old bread (French or brioche)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.33 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing the dish)
- 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter.
Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in the prepared baking dish. If using raisins, sprinkle them evenly over the bread cubes.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
Pour the milk mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure all the bread is soaked in the custard.
Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
Place the baking dish on the center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 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 bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 207 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 1341 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 488 mg | 10% | |
*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.
