Betty's Old Fashioned Bread Pudding

Indulge in the timeless charm of Betty's Old Fashioned Bread Pudding, a classic dessert that transforms humble, day-old bread into a rich and comforting treat. Crafted with a luscious custard blend of whole milk, heavy cream, butter, and a touch of cinnamon, this recipe embraces the nostalgic flavors of homemade goodness. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, each bite is soft, creamy, and subtly sweet, with the option to include plump raisins for added texture and flavor. Serve this warm dessert dusted with powdered sugar and pair it with vanilla sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream for the ultimate indulgence. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this 9x13-inch baking dish beauty is the perfect crowd-pleaser for family gatherings, holidays, or when you're craving a cozy, baked delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups (cubed) Day-old bread (French bread or white bread)
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Light brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 1 tablespoon (optional) Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into bite-sized cubes and place them into the prepared baking dish in an even layer.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

Step 4

If using raisins, evenly scatter them over the bread cubes in the baking dish.

Step 5

Pour the milk mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are soaked. Press down gently with a spoon to help the bread absorb the custard.

Step 6

Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb more liquid.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with vanilla sauce, ice cream, or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2665.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6571.6

Total Fat 202.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 980.6mg	0%
Sodium 7528.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1002.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.8g	0%
Total Sugars 354.3g
Protein 165.6g	0%

Vitamin D 334.7IU	0%
Calcium 2839.8mg	0%
Iron 70.4mg	0%
Potassium 3314.4mg	0%

*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: 10.2%

Carbs: 61.7%