French Bread Pudding

Indulge in the timeless decadence of French Bread Pudding, a comforting dessert made with tender cubes of day-old French bread soaked in a luscious custard blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a rich, golden-baked masterpiece, with optional mix-ins like raisins or chocolate chips for added bursts of flavor. Perfectly caramelized on top yet irresistibly creamy inside, this classic treat is finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar and pairs beautifully with whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce. Ready in just over an hour, French Bread Pudding is a crowd-pleaser that’s ideal for brunches, holidays, or an indulgent weeknight dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces day-old French bread
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar
• 4 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing)
• 0.5 cup optional raisins or chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and set aside. If the bread is very fresh, you can lightly toast it in the oven for about 5 minutes to help it dry out.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Place the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish, spreading them out evenly. If desired, sprinkle raisins or chocolate chips evenly over the bread cubes.

Step 5

Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring every piece is soaked. Gently press the bread down with a spatula to help it absorb the custard. Let it sit for 15 minutes for maximum absorption.

Step 6

Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is just set. A knife inserted into the center should come out mostly clean.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Dust the bread pudding with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy it warm, perhaps with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce if desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1589.3 grams (1589.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3475

Total Fat 138.90g	178%
Saturated Fat 72.60g	363%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1074mg	358%
Sodium 2618mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 475.10g	173%
Dietary Fiber 13.70g	49%
Total Sugars 290.80g
Protein 73.30g	147%

Vitamin D 375IU	1874%
Calcium 882mg	68%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 2081mg	44%

*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: 36.3%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 55.2%