Lemon Bread Pudding with Lemon Sauce

Brighten up your dessert table with this zesty and indulgent Lemon Bread Pudding with Lemon Sauce—a perfect blend of citrusy tang and comforting richness. This recipe starts with tender, custard-soaked cubes of day-old French or brioche bread, baked to golden perfection. Infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, the pudding delivers a burst of sunshine in every bite. And the pièce de résistance? A luscious, buttery lemon sauce drizzled over the top, bringing an extra layer of sweetness and zing. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make dessert is ideal for brunch gatherings, dinner parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth with something special. Serve it warm and watch as the creamy texture and vibrant lemon flavor turn every spoonful into pure bliss.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups (cubed) Day-old bread (French or brioche)
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.25 cup Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Lemon zest (from 2 lemons)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for sauce)
• 0.25 cup Water (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Place the cubed bread into the greased baking dish, arranging it evenly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 4

Add the eggs, melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt to the milk mixture. Mix thoroughly until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to ensure all the bread is soaked.

Step 6

Let the mixture rest for 10-15 minutes 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 pudding is set. A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.

Step 8

While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the lemon sauce: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/4 cup of water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 9

Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the saucepan. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 10

Once the bread pudding is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes.

Step 11

Drizzle the warm lemon sauce over the bread pudding just before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy the bright, citrusy flavors of this comforting dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2880.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7269.0

Total Fat 247.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 135.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1596.0mg	0%
Sodium 8288.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1132.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.0g	0%
Total Sugars 441.8g
Protein 184.9g	0%

Vitamin D 397.0IU	0%
Calcium 1315.8mg	0%
Iron 38.1mg	0%
Potassium 2568.4mg	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: 29.7%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 60.5%