Caramelized Onion Gruyere Bread Pudding

Transform your brunch or dinner table with this irresistible Caramelized Onion Gruyere Bread Pudding, a savory twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Featuring velvety caramelized onions cooked to perfection with a touch of balsamic, nutty Gruyere cheese, and hearty cubes of day-old bread, this dish combines rich, cheesy indulgence with the earthy notes of fresh thyme. The creamy custard base, infused with a hint of Dijon mustard, soaks into every bite, creating a perfectly golden baked masterpiece. Simple yet sophisticated, this bread pudding is ideal as a show-stopping side dish or a hearty vegetarian main course. Perfect for holidays, brunches, or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 large yellow onions
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 6 cups day-old bread (such as French or sourdough)
• 1.5 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Slice the onions thinly. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.

Step 3

Stir in the balsamic vinegar and cook for another minute. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the Gruyere cheese over the bread cubes, followed by the caramelized onions.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, Dijon mustard, and thyme leaves. Pour this mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all the pieces are soaked.

Step 6

Let the bread pudding sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

Step 7

Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard is set.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this savory bread pudding warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2879.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6818.8

Total Fat 305.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 158.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1495.3mg	0%
Sodium 10189.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 795.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g	0%
Total Sugars 53.3g
Protein 209.8g	0%

Vitamin D 307.4IU	0%
Calcium 2615.7mg	0%
Iron 43.2mg	0%
Potassium 2508.7mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 47.0%