Old Fashioned Bread Pudding Uses Soft Bread Cubes

Indulge in the timeless comfort of Old Fashioned Bread Pudding, a classic dessert that transforms soft bread cubes into a luscious custard delight. This recipe is crafted with pantry staples like warming spices—cinnamon and nutmeg—rich heavy cream, and a touch of both granulated and brown sugar for depth of flavor. The bread absorbs a silky custard of milk, eggs, and vanilla before baking to golden perfection, delivering a soft texture with a hint of crispness on top. Optional raisins add bursts of sweetness, while serving suggestions like caramel sauce or whipped cream elevate this nostalgic treat. Perfect for cozy family gatherings or a simple dessert any day, this easy-to-make bread pudding is a heartwarming way to use up leftover bread and bring classic flavors to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups soft bread (cubed)
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar (packed)
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Place the soft bread cubes into the prepared baking dish, spreading them out evenly. If using raisins, sprinkle them over the bread cubes.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and heavy cream over medium-low heat until warmed through but not boiling. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 5

Slowly pour the warmed milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.

Step 6

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to press the bread into the liquid to ensure it absorbs the custard.

Step 7

Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the custard completely.

Step 8

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2165.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5067.2

Total Fat 169.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1104.6mg	0%
Sodium 5675.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 757.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.7g	0%
Total Sugars 343.6g
Protein 132.9g	0%

Vitamin D 374.7IU	0%
Calcium 1428.9mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 2645.0mg	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: 30.0%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 59.6%