Chocolate Chip Portuguese Sweet Bread Pudding

Indulge in the irresistible fusion of tradition and decadence with this Chocolate Chip Portuguese Sweet Bread Pudding. Featuring the pillowy texture of Portuguese sweet bread soaked in a rich custard made with whole milk, heavy cream, and a hint of cinnamon, this comforting dessert is elevated by bursts of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips. Baked to golden perfection, the pudding boasts a luscious, creamy interior with a lightly crisped top. Perfect for holidays, brunch, or any special gathering, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just over an hour, making it both impressive and approachable. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a swoon-worthy treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups (cubed) Portuguese sweet bread
• 4 large Eggs
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon (for greasing) Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the Portuguese sweet bread into 1-inch cubes and arrange them evenly in the greased baking dish.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cubed sweet bread, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Gently press the bread down with a spatula to help it absorb the custard.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top, allowing some to sink into the mixture.

Step 6

Let the bread pudding sit for about 10 minutes to allow the mixture to penetrate the bread.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set (a knife inserted into the center should come out clean).

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve warm on its own or topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3568.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9822.2

Total Fat 339.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 183.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 1702.8mg	0%
Sodium 9234.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1551.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.7g	0%
Total Sugars 727.7g
Protein 220.6g	0%

Vitamin D 486.1IU	0%
Calcium 1642.6mg	0%
Iron 47.8mg	0%
Potassium 3406.2mg	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: 30.1%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 61.2%