Dulce De Leche Bread Pudding

Indulge in the decadent, caramel-kissed comfort of Dulce De Leche Bread Pudding—a dessert that transforms day-old bread into a luscious, custard-soaked treat. This easy-to-make recipe combines rich dulce de leche, creamy milk, and fragrant cinnamon to create a dessert that’s equal parts cozy and elegant. A swirl of dulce de leche on top caramelizes as it bakes, delivering a gorgeous marbled effect and irresistible flavor. Perfect for gatherings or as a weeknight treat, this bread pudding bakes to golden perfection in just 45 minutes and is best served warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether you're a sweet-tooth fanatic or a caramel lover, this recipe is sure to be your next go-to dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups Day-old bread (French bread, brioche, or challah)
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Dulce de leche
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing the pan)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes. Spread the bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, 1 cup of dulce de leche, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the milk mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Lightly press the bread down with the back of a spoon to help absorb the liquid.

Step 5

Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup of dulce de leche over the top of the bread pudding, using a spoon to create swirls for a marbled effect.

Step 6

Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes to allow the bread to fully absorb the custard.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. The center should jiggle slightly when shaken but should not be wet.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Optionally, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of additional dulce de leche for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2848.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7237.4

Total Fat 239.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 116.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 1475.6mg	0%
Sodium 8869.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1092.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.0g	0%
Total Sugars 378.6g
Protein 215.2g	0%

Vitamin D 423.8IU	0%
Calcium 2453.2mg	0%
Iron 47.4mg	0%
Potassium 4073.1mg	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: 29.2%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 59.1%