Carraba's Limoncello Bread Pudding

Indulge in the sweet, citrusy bliss of Carraba's Limoncello Bread Pudding, a luxurious dessert that combines the richness of buttery brioche bread with the bright, zesty flavors of limoncello and fresh lemon zest. This easy-to-make dish features a creamy custard base, baked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious limoncello glaze for an extra burst of citrus charm. Perfectly suited for entertaining or treating yourself to a decadent homemade treat, this bread pudding is a delightful fusion of textures—soft, pillowy bread soaking up a silky custard with just the right hint of tartness. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of lemon zest, and watch it become the star of any gathering. Ideal keywords: Limoncello Bread Pudding, lemon dessert, brioche bread pudding, easy bread pudding recipe, citrus desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups (cubed) day-old brioche bread
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 quarters cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Limoncello liqueur
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for greasing)
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Limoncello liqueur (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter.

Step 2

Spread the cubed brioche bread evenly in the greased baking dish, ensuring good distribution.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, 0.5 cup of Limoncello, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the brioche cubes, pressing lightly to ensure the bread absorbs the custard.

Step 5

Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld and for the bread to soak fully.

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 but slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 7

While the bread pudding bakes, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of Limoncello in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 8

Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly, about 10 minutes.

Step 9

Drizzle the prepared Limoncello glaze over the warm bread pudding.

Step 10

Serve warm, optionally garnished with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of lemon zest for added brightness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3252.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9864.7

Total Fat 408.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 240.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 2456.8mg	0%
Sodium 8662.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1240.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.4g	0%
Total Sugars 418.0g
Protein 203.9g	0%

Vitamin D 378.7IU	0%
Calcium 1563.0mg	0%
Iron 44.2mg	0%
Potassium 3270.8mg	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: 38.9%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 52.5%