Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
A classic bread pudding made with soft bread cubes baked in a rich custard, topped with a warm and creamy vanilla sauce. A comforting dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 cups day-old bread, cubed (French or brioche works well)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place bread cubes in the prepared dish. Sprinkle raisins over if using.
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread. Press the bread gently to soak evenly. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, until golden brown and the center is set.
- While the pudding bakes, prepare the vanilla sauce.
- For the vanilla sauce: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup milk, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (5–7 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Serve warm bread pudding with vanilla sauce drizzled over top.
Notes
- Use stale or day-old bread for best texture.
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for variation.
- The vanilla sauce can be made ahead and gently reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
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