Caramelized Custard Bread Pudding

Indulge in the decadent allure of Caramelized Custard Bread Pudding, a luxurious dessert that combines silky caramel, velvety custard, and buttery bread for the ultimate comfort food experience. This recipe transforms simple, day-old bread into a show-stopping treat with a deep amber caramel layer that forms its irresistible crown. The rich custard base, made from a blend of whole milk, heavy cream, and vanilla, soaks into tender cubes of bread for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Baked to perfection in a water bath and finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, this pudding is as impressive as it is delicious. Perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions, serve it warm for a comforting dessert or chilled for a refreshing treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 60 ml Water
• 500 ml Whole milk
• 200 ml Heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 4 units Large eggs
• 2 units Egg yolks
• 100 grams Granulated sugar (for custard)
• 6 slices Day-old bread
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 10 grams Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). Lightly grease a medium-sized, deep ovenproof dish.

Step 2

In a saucepan, combine 200 grams of granulated sugar and 60 ml of water. Heat on medium, stirring gently until sugar dissolves. Stop stirring and let it simmer until the sugar turns into a deep amber-colored caramel.

Step 3

Immediately pour the caramel into the prepared dish, tilting the dish to evenly coat the bottom. Set aside to let the caramel harden.

Step 4

In another saucepan, heat 500 ml of milk and 200 ml of heavy cream over medium heat until warm, but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 egg yolks, and 100 grams of granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened.

Step 6

Gradually pour the warm milk and cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly, to create the custard base.

Step 7

Slice 6 pieces of day-old bread into cubes. Lightly butter the bread pieces using 2 tablespoons of butter.

Step 8

Layer the bread cubes evenly on top of the hardened caramel in the dish.

Step 9

Carefully pour the custard mixture over the bread, making sure all the bread pieces are saturated.

Step 10

Allow the mixture to sit for 10 minutes to let the bread soak in the custard.

Step 11

Place the dish in a larger baking pan and pour hot water into the outer pan to create a water bath. The water should come halfway up the sides of the dish.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the dish, then invert the pudding onto a serving plate to reveal the caramelized top.

Step 14

Dust the pudding with 10 grams of powdered sugar before serving. Serve warm or chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1506.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3188.6

Total Fat 140.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1440.7mg	0%
Sodium 1444.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 413.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 343.5g
Protein 60.0g	0%

Vitamin D 428.0IU	0%
Calcium 1019.9mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 1285.6mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 52.5%