Description
Enjoy our simple Bread Pudding Recipe, a sweet treat that’s easy to make and loved by all. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 6 slices of day-old bread, torn into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup of raisins (optional)
- 2 cups of milk
- ¾ cup of white sugar
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
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Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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Place the torn pieces of day-old bread into an 8-inch square baking pan. Drizzle the melted butter over the bread and sprinkle raisins over the top if you’re using them.
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In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, beaten eggs, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined.
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PPour the milk and egg mixture over the bread in the baking pan. Use a fork to lightly press down on the bread, ensuring that all the pieces are covered and soaking up the liquid. This step is essential for a moist and delicious bread pudding.
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Place the baking pan in the preheated oven. Bake until the top is golden brown, and it springs back when lightly pressed. This usually takes about 45 minutes.
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Once the bread pudding is ready, remove it from the oven. You can serve it warm or at room temperature. It’s perfect as is or can be enjoyed with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
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Bread Choice: While this recipe calls for day-old bread, you can use various types of bread, such as French bread, challah, or even croissants for a richer flavor.
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Raisins: Raisins are optional, and you can omit them or replace them with other dried fruits like currants or chopped apricots for added sweetness and texture.
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Customize Flavors: Feel free to customize the flavors by adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of rum or brandy to the egg mixture for extra depth.
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Serving Suggestions: Bread pudding is delightful on its own, but you can elevate it with a drizzle of caramel sauce, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a scoop of your favorite ice cream.
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Make Ahead: Bread pudding is an excellent make-ahead dessert. You can prepare it in advance and reheat it when needed. It often tastes even better the next day.
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Storage: Store any leftovers in the refrigerator. You can reheat them in the microwave or the oven.
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Texture: The texture of bread pudding can be adjusted to your liking. If you prefer it denser, use less liquid and press the bread down more. For a lighter and fluffier pudding, use more liquid.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 163kcal
- Sugar: 19.1g
- Sodium: 127mg
- Fat: 4.7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Carbohydrates: 26.6g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Protein: 4.7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg