Description
Experience the warm, nostalgic delight of this Top Bread Pudding Recipe Crispy, featuring a golden-brown crust that gives way to a luscious custard center. Infused with rich vanilla and aromatic cinnamon, this dish is perfect for family gatherings, festive brunches, or cozy evenings by the fire. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe promises a satisfying dessert that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups stale bread (French or challah), cubed
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In the prepared dish, evenly distribute the cubed stale bread.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla until smooth. Pour over the bread cubes, ensuring even soaking.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes to absorb the custard.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and firm to touch.
- Let cool slightly before serving; optional toppings include ice cream or caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 140mg