Heavenly Lemon Bread Pudding

Indulge in the zesty delight of Heavenly Lemon Bread Pudding, a fragrant twist on the classic comfort dessert. Perfectly crafted with cubes of buttery brioche or challah, this recipe takes rich custard to new heights by infusing it with freshly grated lemon zest, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of vanilla. Baked to golden perfection, the pudding achieves a luscious, creamy texture with perfectly crisp edges. Finished with a glossy lemon glaze that melds sweetness and citrus, this dessert offers a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes and ideal for brunch or a post-dinner treat, this lemon bread pudding is as easy to make as it is irresistible.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups Day-old bread (such as brioche or challah)
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 Large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon zest
• 0.25 cup Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and place them evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined and smooth.

Step 4

Pour the lemon custard mixture evenly over the cubed bread, ensuring all the bread gets soaked. Lightly press the bread down with a spatula to help it absorb the custard.

Step 5

Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the custard.

Step 6

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

Step 7

While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the lemon glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth.

Step 8

Once the bread pudding is finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 9

Drizzle the lemon glaze over the warm bread pudding and serve. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest for an extra pop of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3204.2 grams (3204.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8159

Total Fat 258.00g	331%
Saturated Fat 134.10g	671%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1753mg	584%
Sodium 10606mg	461%
Total Carbohydrate 1256.10g	457%
Dietary Fiber 48.90g	175%
Total Sugars 487.90g
Protein 229.90g	460%

Vitamin D 375IU	1874%
Calcium 1674mg	129%
Iron 52mg	288%
Potassium 3031mg	64%

*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: 28.1%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 60.8%