Not Your Grandmother's Bread Pudding

Elevate your dessert game with "Not Your Grandmother's Bread Pudding," a modern twist on a classic comfort food that’s sure to impress. This indulgent dish starts with soft, custard-soaked cubes of day-old brioche or challah bread, brought to life with the rich flavors of vanilla, cinnamon, and a touch of salted caramel decadence. Dark chocolate chips add a luxurious sweetness in every bite, while the golden, buttery crust bakes to perfection. Finished with a drizzle of warm caramel sauce, this dessert is effortlessly elegant yet irresistibly cozy, making it the perfect centerpiece for any gathering or family dinner. Whether you're a bread pudding enthusiast or new to the dessert, this recipe is anything but ordinary—easy to make, incredibly versatile, and a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups day-old brioche or challah bread
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups whole milk
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups light brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cups dark chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups caramel sauce, for serving

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the day-old brioche or challah bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring they are well-soaked. If needed, gently press down on the bread with the back of a spoon to help it absorb the liquid.

Step 5

Allow the mixture to sit for about 10 minutes to let the bread soak up the custard.

Step 6

Sprinkle the dark chocolate chips evenly across the top of the bread mixture.

Step 7

Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and scatter them over the surface of the pudding.

Step 8

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set but slightly jiggly in the center.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the pudding cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Drizzle generously with warm caramel sauce before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3480.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10632.8

Total Fat 510.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 273.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 2291.3mg	0%
Sodium 8332.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1272.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.7g	0%
Total Sugars 484.9g
Protein 241.6g	0%

Vitamin D 374.7IU	0%
Calcium 1842.3mg	0%
Iron 73.1mg	0%
Potassium 3944.2mg	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: 43.1%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 47.8%