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Bread Pudding With Warm Vanilla Sauce

Indulgent Bread Pudding With Warm Vanilla Sauce Recipe

This Bread Pudding With Warm Vanilla Sauce is a delightful dessert that guarantees smiles at the dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 8 slices Day-old bread
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk or almond/soy milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup heavy cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for depth
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract use pure for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg for variation
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter can use coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup nuts such as pecans or walnuts
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
  2. Cube day-old bread into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the cubed bread and stir gently, letting it sit for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Melt some unsalted butter and drizzle over the mixture, folding gently.
  6. Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, adding optional toppings if desired.
  7. Bake for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and a knife inserted comes out clean.
  8. Cool for 10-15 minutes before serving with warm vanilla sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize your toppings and ensure to use stale bread for best results.

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