Description
Delight in this creamy custard bread pudding, a cozy dessert that combines rich flavors with a comforting texture. Perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale bread, cubed (sourdough or brioche recommended)
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and melted butter until smooth.
- Add the cubed stale bread to the custard mixture and gently stir until fully soaked.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; enjoy with vanilla sauce or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts before baking.
- You can prepare this dish in advance and bake just before serving for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (130g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg