Vanilla Bread Pudding
Vanilla bread pudding is a comforting dessert that combines simple ingredients into a rich, creamy delight. With its golden crust and soft, custardy center, this dish evokes nostalgia and warmth in every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh fruit to elevate the experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale bread, cubed (preferably French or challah)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add cubed stale bread to the custard mixture and gently fold until well-coated; let sit for 15 minutes.
- Grease a baking dish and pour in the mixture, drizzling any remaining custard on top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (115g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For added texture, mix in chocolate chips or nuts before baking. Substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for a unique twist. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days; reheat as needed.