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Custard Bread Pudding

Custard Bread Pudding: Warm Comfort in Every Bite

Experience the rich, creamy allure of Custard Bread Pudding—an ideal dessert for gatherings and chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 10 cups French Bread stale for better absorption
  • 2 cups Whole Milk can be replaced with almond or oat milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or more milk for a lighter alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract preferably pure
  • 4 large Eggs room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Sugar adjust as needed
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest optional, can substitute with lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
For the Vanilla Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Butter unsalted preferred
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar for sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract quality vanilla enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Half-and-Half or whole milk for a lighter version

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Custard Bread Pudding
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut your stale French bread into bite-sized cubes and spread them evenly in a greased baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk whole milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until smooth and frothy. Gradually pour in the milk mixture while whisking continuously.
  5. Fold in the optional orange zest and stir gently until combined.
  6. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes and gently press down to ensure soaking. Let it rest for about 10 minutes.
  7. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly firm, with a gentle jiggle in the center.
  8. Remove from oven and allow to cool for about 15 minutes before serving, drizzling with vanilla sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Custard Bread Pudding is a versatile dish that can cater to both traditional and creative palates.

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