Bread Pudding Thanksgiving

Transform your Thanksgiving dessert table with this indulgent Bread Pudding Thanksgiving recipe—an irresistible blend of cozy holiday flavors and comforting textures. Made with cubes of day-old bread soaked in a rich custard of milk, heavy cream, and melted butter, this decadent dish is infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg and sweetened with granulated and brown sugar for the perfect balance of warmth and sweetness. Raisins or dried cranberries add a delightful pop of fruity tartness, while the golden-baked top delivers a satisfying crunch. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes, this classic dessert bakes to perfection and serves a crowd with its inviting, warm flavors. Serve it straight from the oven with whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for a show-stopping holiday finale sure to become a Thanksgiving tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 10 cups (cubed) day-old bread
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons (melted) unsalted butter
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup raisins or dried cranberries

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Place the cubed bread into a large mixing bowl. If the bread is not slightly dry, lightly toast it in the oven for 5-7 minutes before cubing.

Step 3

In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the custard mixture over the cubed bread. Gently toss the bread to ensure all pieces are soaked in the custard. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

Step 5

Fold in the raisins or dried cranberries, ensuring they are well distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the soaked bread mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally topped with whipped cream, vanilla sauce, or a drizzle of caramel.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4406 grams (4406.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10278

Total Fat 259.30g	332%
Saturated Fat 118.30g	592%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 1225mg	408%
Sodium 13667mg	594%
Total Carbohydrate 1677.40g	610%
Dietary Fiber 73.90g	264%
Total Sugars 559.80g
Protein 286.50g	573%

Vitamin D 593IU	2967%
Calcium 5096mg	392%
Iron 96mg	536%
Potassium 5731mg	122%

*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: 22.9%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 65.8%