Light Bread Pudding

Indulge in the comforting simplicity of Light Bread Pudding, a classic dessert that transforms day-old brioche, challah, or white bread into a luscious treat. This easy-to-make recipe combines a rich custard blend of eggs, milk, sugar, and fragrant vanilla with a hint of cinnamon for a warm, spiced flavor. Perfectly golden and irresistibly soft, this lighter take on traditional bread pudding can be customized with optional raisins for a juicy pop of sweetness. Ready in just an hour and yielding 8 generous servings, it's a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Serve it warm, dusted with powdered sugar, for a cozy dessert that’s as economical as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups (cubed) Stale bread (e.g., brioche, challah, or white bread)
• 4 large Eggs
• 2.5 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Raisins (optional)
• 1 tablespoon (for greasing) Butter
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with the butter.

Step 2

Place the cubed bread into a large mixing bowl. If using raisins, sprinkle them evenly over the bread.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes. Gently press down on the bread with a spatula to ensure all the pieces are soaked in the liquid.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Transfer the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Step 9

If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1990.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4288.6

Total Fat 92.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 1071.8mg	0%
Sodium 6008.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 737.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.6g	0%
Total Sugars 286.0g
Protein 144.3g	0%

Vitamin D 434.6IU	0%
Calcium 1918.7mg	0%
Iron 41.3mg	0%
Potassium 3100.0mg	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: 19.0%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 67.7%