Sugar Topped Chocolate Bread Pudding

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Sugar Topped Chocolate Bread Pudding. Made with rich, creamy custard infused with unsweetened cocoa and melted semi-sweet chocolate, this decadent treat gives day-old bread a velvety second life. A caramelized sugar top adds an irresistible crunch, perfectly complementing the soft, chocolate-soaked center. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make dessert combines the classic flavors of French toast and molten chocolate cake. Perfect for cozy family gatherings or impressing guests, serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for the ultimate indulgent finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups Day-old bread (French, brioche, or challah recommended)
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chips)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing the baking dish)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter.

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and place them evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and semi-sweet chocolate. Stir constantly until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract. Slowly pour the warm chocolate mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.

Step 5

Pour the chocolate custard over the bread cubes in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Gently press the bread down with the back of a spoon to help it absorb the custard.

Step 6

Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to fully soak up the custard.

Step 7

Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar evenly over the top of the bread pudding for a caramelized finish.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the bread pudding is set and the top is golden and slightly crispy.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2769.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7376.0

Total Fat 266.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 138.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1414.4mg	0%
Sodium 7685.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1050.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 69.0g	0%
Total Sugars 392.3g
Protein 201.4g	0%

Vitamin D 387.8IU	0%
Calcium 1567.4mg	0%
Iron 64.7mg	0%
Potassium 4067.0mg	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: 32.4%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 56.7%