Description
Indulge in this creamy custard bread pudding, a comforting dessert that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy every delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale bread, torn into pieces
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/coconut milk)
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter (or vegan butter)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the torn bread pieces and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, melted butter, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread, gently folding until well-coated. Let sit for 15 minutes to soak up flavors.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown on top and set in the center.
- Allow cooling slightly before serving warm or chilled with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or dried fruits before baking.
- Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg