Easy Bread Pudding

Transform your leftover bread into a decadent dessert with this Easy Bread Pudding recipe, a comforting classic perfect for any occasion. Featuring a rich custard base made with whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla and cinnamon, this dish infuses day-old bread (like French bread or brioche) with irresistible flavor and softness. Optional raisins add a bit of chewy sweetness, while the dish bakes to a golden perfection in just 45 minutes. Quick to prepare and versatile in serving, enjoy this warm, homemade bread pudding on its own or elevate it with toppings like whipped cream, caramel sauce, or vanilla ice cream. Whether for dessert or brunch, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a crowd-pleasing treat with minimal effort! Keywords: easy bread pudding, classic dessert, leftover bread recipe, comfort food, quick dessert recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups (cubed) Day-old bread (e.g., French bread, brioche, or sourdough)
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing the baking dish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter and set aside.

Step 2

Spread the cubed bread evenly inside the prepared baking dish. If desired, sprinkle the raisins over the bread cubes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring that all the bread pieces are saturated with the custard mixture.

Step 5

Let the bread soak for 10-15 minutes to absorb the custard. Lightly press down on the bread cubes with the back of a spoon to help them soak up the liquid more evenly.

Step 6

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the bread pudding is golden brown and the custard is set in the center.

Step 7

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, either plain or topped with whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2617.8 grams (2617.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6135

Total Fat 172.40g	221%
Saturated Fat 78.10g	391%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1074mg	358%
Sodium 7587mg	330%
Total Carbohydrate 945.20g	344%
Dietary Fiber 43.20g	154%
Total Sugars 297.50g
Protein 172.50g	345%

Vitamin D 388IU	1939%
Calcium 2225mg	171%
Iron 57mg	316%
Potassium 3323mg	71%

*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: 25.8%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 62.8%