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Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

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This old-fashioned bread pudding is a warm, comforting dessert made with simple pantry ingredients. Soft, custardy bread soaks up a rich, spiced mixture and bakes to golden perfection—then it’s topped with a luscious vanilla sauce. A perfect way to use up leftover bread and create a nostalgic, homemade treat!

Ingredients

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  1. For the Bread Pudding:

    • 6 cups day-old bread, cubed (French or brioche works best)
    • 3 cups whole milk
    • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
    • 3 large eggs, beaten
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
    • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
    • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
    • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

    For the Vanilla Sauce:

    1. 1/2 cup granulated sugar
    2. 1/2 cup heavy cream
    3. 1/4 cup unsalted butter
    4. 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Prepare the Bread Pudding:

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
    • Place the bread cubes in the baking dish. If using raisins, sprinkle them evenly over the bread.
    • In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
    • Pour the mixture over the bread, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
    • Drizzle the melted butter over the top and let it sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb.
    • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is golden brown and set.

  • Make the Vanilla Sauce:

    • In a small saucepan, combine sugar, heavy cream, and butter.
    • Cook over medium heat, stirring until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
    • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

 

  • Serve:

    • Serve the bread pudding warm, drizzled with vanilla sauce.

Notes

  • If you prefer a richer flavor, add extra cinnamon or nutmeg.
  • For a non-dairy version, you can substitute almond milk for the whole milk and use margarine instead of butter.

 

  • This dessert can be made a day ahead and reheated with the vanilla sauce.

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