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Tres Leches Bread Pudding

Indulgent Tres Leches Bread Pudding for Cozy Evenings

This Tres Leches Bread Pudding combines the creamy indulgence of tres leches cake with the comforting softness of bread pudding, making it a crowd-pleaser and perfect for cozy evenings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Soak Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 6 large Egg Yolks For richness and custard structure.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Adds creaminess.
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk Contributes creaminess.
  • ¾ cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Reserve some for drizzling.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla recommended.
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Bread
  • 1 loaf Brioche Bread Substitute with challah if necessary.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Optional topping.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparing and Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather all your ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks, whole milk, evaporated milk, and ¾ of the sweetened condensed milk.
  3. Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and sea salt; blend until smooth.
  4. Cut brioche bread into cubes and fold into the custard mixture for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Transfer the soaked bread mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading evenly.
  6. Sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips on top if desired.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the top is golden-brown.
  8. Drizzle additional sweetened condensed milk over the top while warm, and cool for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Cut into squares and serve warm, preferably with fresh berries or crispy fried plantains.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the pudding to rest for 6-8 hours or overnight for optimal flavor absorption. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.

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