Description
Classic New Orleans Bread Pudding is a delightful dessert that combines stale bread with a rich custard infused with warm vanilla and cinnamon. This soul-soothing treat transforms simple ingredients into a comforting dish, perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an indulgent experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale French or brioche bread, torn into pieces
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup raisins or cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, combine the torn bread pieces.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well combined.
- Pour the custard over the bread and gently fold to coat. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- If using dried fruit, stir it in now.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg