Georgia Bread Pudding

Indulge in the comforting warmth of Georgia Bread Pudding, a classic Southern dessert that's as rich in flavor as it is in tradition. This recipe transforms day-old French bread into a luscious treat, soaked in a creamy custard infused with hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The addition of chopped pecans and optional raisins adds delightful texture and richness, while a heavenly drizzle of golden caramel sauce ties everything together. Baked to perfection with a golden, crisp top and a soft, tender interior, this bread pudding is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it's an easy yet impressive dessert for family gatherings, holidays, or any occasion that calls for a taste of Southern charm. Serve it warm for a cozy, decadent treat everyone will rave about!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 cups (cubed) day-old French bread
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup (packed) brown sugar
• 0.5 cup (melted) unsalted butter
• 5 large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup (chopped) pecans
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 0.75 cup (for drizzling) caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Place the cubed French bread in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Heat until warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugars.

Step 4

Remove the milk mixture from the heat and whisk in the melted butter.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until beaten, then gradually add them to the milk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg into the wet mixture.

Step 7

Pour the wet mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring they are evenly soaked. Gently stir in the chopped pecans and raisins (if using). Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to absorb.

Step 8

Transfer the soaked bread mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the bread pudding from the oven and allow it to cool for 10–15 minutes.

Step 11

Drizzle with caramel sauce just before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	5227.1 grams (5227.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	13132

Total Fat 413.50g	530%
Saturated Fat 160.30g	802%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.70g
Cholesterol 1566mg	522%
Sodium 19220mg	836%
Total Carbohydrate 1996.60g	726%
Dietary Fiber 95.40g	341%
Total Sugars 522.90g
Protein 344.70g	689%

Vitamin D 629IU	3147%
Calcium 2238mg	172%
Iron 92mg	508%
Potassium 6578mg	140%

*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: 28.4%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 61.0%