Bread Pudding Best Ever

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this "Bread Pudding Best Ever" recipe, a nostalgic dessert that combines simplicity with irresistible flavor. Made with cubes of day-old bread soaked in a lush custard mixture of whole milk, heavy cream, and both granulated and brown sugar, this classic dessert boasts warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a cozy, aromatic experience. Drizzled with melted butter and baked to golden perfection, it offers a crisp top layer with a soft, creamy interior. Whether you garnish it with powdered sugar or pair it with caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream, or whipped cream, this easy-to-make bread pudding is sure to become a staple for weekend indulgences or special occasions. Perfectly balanced, rich, and utterly satisfying, it’s a dessert that’s just as delightful served warm as it is reheated the next day!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups (cubed) Day-old bread
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup (packed) Brown sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons (melted) Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 0 Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and place them evenly in the greased baking dish. If using raisins, sprinkle them over the bread.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring that all pieces are soaked. Gently press the bread down with the back of a spoon or spatula to ensure it absorbs the custard mixture.

Step 5

Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the soaked bread.

Step 6

Let the mixture sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to allow the bread to fully absorb the custard.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. To test, insert a knife into the center—it should come out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 10 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Optional: Dust powdered sugar over the top before serving for extra sweetness and presentation.

Step 10

Serve warm on its own, or with a drizzle of caramel sauce, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or whipped cream for an indulgent treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3011.3 grams (3011.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7130

Total Fat 123.30g	158%
Saturated Fat 43.60g	218%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 865mg	288%
Sodium 10917mg	475%
Total Carbohydrate 1271.00g	462%
Dietary Fiber 58.70g	210%
Total Sugars 371.30g
Protein 224.00g	448%

Vitamin D 379IU	1893%
Calcium 3711mg	285%
Iron 78mg	431%
Potassium 4033mg	86%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.7%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 71.7%