Bread Pudding
This easy bread pudding is a classic cozy dessert with soft, custardy bread and warm cinnamon flavor. Perfect for using leftover bread and customizable with chocolate, fruit, or sauce!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Medium saucepan
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- small bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
- Oven mitts
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 6 cups stale bread challah or French bread, cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp rum or bourbon optional
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips, nuts, or berries optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the baking dish with unsalted butter.
- Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
- Add bread cubes and stir until coated. Let sit 10 minutes to soak up custard.
- Pour into baking dish and drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake 40–45 minutes, until golden and center feels set.
- Let cool a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with sauce or ice cream, if desired.
Notes
Day-old bread works best. Add extra milk if the bread is very dry. For softer pudding, bake less time; for firmer, bake longer. Store leftovers in fridge up to three days. Reheat gently for best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Protein: 7g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 220mg