Jack's Bread Pudding

Indulge in the cozy, comforting flavors of Jack's Bread Pudding, a timeless dessert that transforms day-old bread into a rich, custardy masterpiece. Made with French or brioche bread, this recipe combines whole milk, creamy heavy cream, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a depth of flavor that's utterly irresistible. Raisins add a touch of sweetness, while a drizzle of melted butter ensures a golden, caramelized top. Ready in just over an hour, this simple bread pudding is perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings or impressing guests at any gathering. Serve it warm and dusted with powdered sugar, or elevate it with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Perfect for holidays, brunches, or weeknight treats, Jack's Bread Pudding will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups day-old bread (French or brioche preferred)
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.75 cup sugar
• 4 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Cut your day-old bread into roughly 1-inch cubes and place it in the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Add raisins if you're using them, sprinkling them over the bread.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Slowly pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring that all pieces are well-soaked. Gently press the bread down with a spatula to help it absorb the liquid.

Step 5

Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the soaked bread mixture for added richness.

Step 6

Let the bread pudding sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to fully absorb the custard.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the pudding is set but slightly wobbly in the center.

Step 8

Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Step 9

Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy plain or with your favorite sauce such as caramel, vanilla custard, or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3096.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8051.5

Total Fat 230.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1423.5mg	0%
Sodium 10687.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1326.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.8g	0%
Total Sugars 393.2g
Protein 234.3g	0%

Vitamin D 378.7IU	0%
Calcium 1557.9mg	0%
Iron 51.2mg	0%
Potassium 3586.8mg	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: 24.9%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 63.8%