Sugar Topped Chocolate Bread Pudding
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Sugar Topped Chocolate Bread Pudding. Made with rich, creamy custard infused with unsweetened cocoa and melted semi-sweet chocolate, this decadent treat gives day-old bread a velvety second life. A caramelized sugar top adds an irresistible crunch, perfectly complementing the soft, chocolate-soaked center. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make dessert combines the classic flavors of French toast and molten chocolate cake. Perfect for cozy family gatherings or impressing guests, serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for the ultimate indulgent finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Day-old bread (French, brioche, or challah recommended)
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chips)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing the baking dish)
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter.
Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and place them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and semi-sweet chocolate. Stir constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the warm chocolate mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Pour the chocolate custard over the bread cubes in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Gently press the bread down with the back of a spoon to help it absorb the custard.
Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to fully soak up the custard.
Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar evenly over the top of the bread pudding for a caramelized finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the bread pudding is set and the top is golden and slightly crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.4 g | 342% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.1 g | 690% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1414 mg | 471% | |
| Sodium | 7686 mg | 334% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1050.1 g | 382% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 69.0 g | 246% | |
| Total Sugars | 392.3 g | ||
| Protein | 201.4 g | 403% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.7 mcg | 48% | |
| Calcium | 1567 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 64.7 mg | 359% | |
| Potassium | 4067 mg | 87% | |
*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.
