Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce. A classic dessert that combines tender cubes of French bread with a luscious custard mixture, baked to perfection and served with a decadent vanilla sauce. Perfect for a cozy gathering or a special treat at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients for Custard Bread Pudding:
- 1 16 oz loaf of French bread, cubed
- 3 ¾ cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cup heavy cream
- 7 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cup sugar
- Optional zest of ½ an orange
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Cube the French bread into 1.5-inch pieces. Ensure the bread is dry by toasting or leaving it out to stale.
- Custard Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla, sugar, and orange zest until well combined.
- Combine: Place bread cubes in a baking dish, pour the custard mixture over the bread, ensuring it is fully coated. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Create a water bath by placing the baking dish in a roasting pan filled with water. Cover with foil and bake for 1.5 hours. Remove foil and bake until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with Vanilla Sauce and your choice of toppings.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding raisins or chocolate chips to the bread pudding.
- Experiment with different extracts like almond or rum for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
Keywords: Custard Bread Pudding, Vanilla Sauce, Dessert Recipe
