Description
Indulge in this warm, comforting bread pudding that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups day-old bread, torn into pieces
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup raisins or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with butter.
- Evenly distribute the torn bread pieces in the baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread pieces, pressing down gently to soak.
- Allow it to sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors. Sprinkle optional add-ins on top if desired.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For an indulgent twist, swap day-old bread with brioche or croissants.
- Enhance flavors by adding chocolate chips or fresh fruit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg