Decadent Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce for Cozy Nights
Delight in this Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce, a comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing bowl
- Baking Dish
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Pudding
- 6 cups stale bread cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk whole or skim
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract double if desired
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup sugar adjust to taste
- ½ cup raisins or currants optional
For the Vanilla Sauce
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream or milk for lighter version
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to match bread pudding flavor
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine 6 cups of cubed stale bread with ½ cup of raisins or currants in a mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 cups of milk, 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ½ cup of sugar until frothy.
- Pour the egg mixture over the cubed bread and gently stir to combine, allowing to soak for 15 minutes.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the center is set and a knife comes out clean.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving, optionally drizzling with vanilla sauce.
Notes
For best results, allow the bread to soak thoroughly and use stale bread for better texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
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