Melt in Your Mouth Bread Pudding

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our "Melt in Your Mouth Bread Pudding," a timeless dessert that combines simplicity and decadence. This recipe transforms day-old bread—think brioche, challah, or French bread—into a velvety custard creation infused with warm vanilla and cinnamon flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dessert is baked to golden perfection, boasting a delightfully soft interior that's studded with optional sweet add-ins like raisins or chocolate chips. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, it’s perfect for any occasion, from cozy family gatherings to elegant dinner parties. Serve it warm with a drizzle of vanilla sauce or a scoop of ice cream for the ultimate treat. A true classic that’s as easy to make as it is to love!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups (cubed) day-old bread (e.g., brioche, challah, or French bread)
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the dish)
• 0.5 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for topping, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter.

Step 2

Place the cubed bread into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly. If using raisins or chocolate chips, sprinkle them over the bread cubes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, making sure all the pieces are soaked. Gently press the bread down with a spatula to ensure even soaking.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is golden brown and set in the center. A knife inserted into the middle should come out clean.

Step 7

Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly (about 10 minutes) before serving.

Step 8

Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and serve warm. Pair it with vanilla sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2698.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6578.2

Total Fat 186.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1373.0mg	0%
Sodium 8348.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1002.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.6g	0%
Total Sugars 330.8g
Protein 163.9g	0%

Vitamin D 387.8IU	0%
Calcium 1396.5mg	0%
Iron 41.3mg	0%
Potassium 3180.2mg	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: 26.5%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 63.2%