Best 14 Best Ever Bread Pudding 5 Stars Recipes

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Bread pudding is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is a simple dish to make, and it can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a versatile dish that can be adapted to suit any taste. Whether you are looking for a classic bread pudding recipe or something a little more unique, there is sure to be a recipe out there that will satisfy your cravings. Here are a few tips for making the best bread pudding: use high-quality ingredients, don't overcook the pudding, and let it cool before serving. With these tips in mind, you are sure to make a bread pudding that is both delicious and memorable.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NEW ORLEANS BREAD PUDDING



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"For an extra-special treat, try this sweet and buttery bread pudding," suggests Linda Weise of Payette, Idaho. "The cowboys we serve it to say it tastes like home." -Linda Wiese, Payette, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup brandy or unsweetened apple juice
1/2 cup butter, melted, divided
1 tablespoon sugar
4 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
10 slices day-old French bread (1 inch thick), cubed
SAUCE:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Dash salt
1 cup cold water
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine raisins and brandy. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cover and set aside. Brush a shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter; sprinkle with sugar and set aside., In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, salt and nutmeg. Stir in remaining butter and reserved raisin mixture. Gently stir in bread; let stand for 15 minutes or until bread is softened. , Transfer to prepared dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean., For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch and salt; gradually add water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Serve with bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 341mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MY PEACH BREAD PUDDING



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My husband reviewed numerous bread pudding recipes and came up with this version. Top with melted vanilla ice cream if desired.

Provided by Mother Ann

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups finely sliced peaches
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup rum
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch nutmeg
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
⅔ cup brown sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups stale bread cubes, crusts removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix peaches, flour, 1/4 cup white sugar, rum, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and 1 pinch nutmeg together in a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until peaches are tender and bubbling, about 30 minutes. Remove and set peaches aside.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  • Stir milk and heavy cream together in a saucepan over medium heat; heat until just warmed and a film forms over top of mixture, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in butter until melted. Cool mixture to lukewarm.
  • Combine 1 cup white sugar, brown sugar, eggs, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg in a bowl; beat with an electric mixer at medium speed until combined, 1 minute. Slowly pour milk mixture into sugar mixture; stir to combine. Add bread cubes; stir gently. Fold in cooked peaches.
  • Pour batter into prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pudding is bubbling and center is set, 45 to 50 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.9 calories, Carbohydrate 58.5 g, Cholesterol 151.4 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 266.8 mg, Sugar 47.3 g

GRANDMOTHER'S BREAD PUDDING



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This recipe comes from my grandmother who raised me. Besides looking after my siblings and me, she worked the farm and ran another business on the side. How she did all that, I'll never know! She's a tremendous cook and the goodies from "Edith's Kitchen" are always welcomed and eagerly devoured - this bread pudding is one of the best!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

PUDDING:
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups day-old torn white or French bread
1 cup raisins
CUSTARD SAUCE:
3 large egg yolks
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
3 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For pudding, combine first five ingredients in a large bowl. Add bread and raisins; mix well. Turn into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 50 minutes. , Meanwhile, for sauce, combine yolks, sugar and cornstarch in the top of a double boiler. Gradually add milk, stirring until smooth. Cook over boiling water, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats a metal spoon. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla. Serve pudding and sauce warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (55g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BREAD PUDDING (BEST EVER)



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Make and share this Bread Pudding (Best Ever) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Y Franche

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 dinner rolls (hamburger size rolls)
1/2 cup white sugar
4 eggs
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring
3 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
nutmeg (optional)
raisins (optional)
cinnamon (optional)
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup chopped pecans or 1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • Cube rolls into 1 inch pieces.
  • In a saucepan, heat milk, butter, but don't allow to boil.
  • When cooled, add vanilla, beaten eggs, sugar and baking powder.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Spray 9X13 baking dish with Pam, layer the bread cubes and pour the liquid all over, making sure the bread is well saturated.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar topping all over the bread and cover with pecans.
  • If you prefer, sprinkle top with cinnamon and raisins.
  • Bake for about 30 to 35 minutes, until top is brown and looks crusty.
  • Serve warm with cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 679.5, Fat 45.9, SaturatedFat 20, Cholesterol 219.4, Sodium 665.1, Carbohydrate 58.2, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 36, Protein 12.5

BEST BREAD PUDDING



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Look no further: this is the only bread pudding recipe you will ever need. This super-thick version is equal parts sweet and custardy, with just a touch a spice. Perfect for a special event, or for Sunday morning breakfast at home.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
8 cups cubed challah or brioche bread (about 12 ounces; 1-inch cubes)
3 cups heavy cream
2 cups milk
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 large eggs plus 6 yolks
1/2 cup raisins, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish with the butter.
  • Toast the bread cubes on a baking sheet until they start to dry and harden, about 20 minutes. Set aside. Raise the oven temperature to 325 degrees F.
  • Whisk together the cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, whole eggs and yolks in a large bowl. Add the bread to the bowl and stir until completely coated. Cover and let soak for about 30 minutes, pushing the bread down occasionally so that all the cubes are soaked. Meanwhile, pour hot water over the raisins, if using, and soak for 10 minutes. Once plumped, drain the raisins, add to the bowl of bread and gently toss.
  • Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake until the custard is set and the top is golden brown, about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, at room temperature or cold.

BREAD PUDDING



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This is one of my favorite desserts. The sauce makes the dessert! I don't use raisins, but a lot of people like to add them in.

Provided by MIEN

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups bread cubes
4 cups scalded milk
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon butter
½ teaspoon salt
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter
½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Butter an 8x8 inch glass baking dish. Soak bread in hot milk for five minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon butter, salt, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Pour into the baking dish.
  • Line a roasting pan with a damp kitchen towel. Place baking dish on towel inside roasting pan, and place roasting pan on oven rack. Fill roasting pan with boiling water to reach halfway up the sides of the baking dish. Bake for 60 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
  • While pudding cools, combine 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup butter, cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a large saucepan. While stirring, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and stir 3 minutes more. Spoon over warm bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 256.5 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 262.1 mg, Sugar 33.4 g

BEST EVER BREAD PUDDING



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The secret to incredible bread pudding with a soft middle and crisp edges starts with leftover dinner rolls. I picked up the rich brown sugar sauce recipe from my friend Kathryn Gartmann. A big drizzle of it takes this dessert over the top and really makes it the best bread pudding ever. -Maria Petrella, Taste of Home Prep Cook

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
2-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
20 dinner rolls (1-1/4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes (18 cups)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
SAUCE:
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together the first 10 ingredients until blended. Gently stir in bread. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar; let stand until bread is softened, about 15 minutes. Bake until puffed and a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes., Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar; stir until dissolved. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thickened, 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add vanilla, sea salt and baking soda, stirring well. Serve sauce with warm bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BREAD PUDDING WITH SPICED RUM SAUCE



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Bread Pudding with Spiced Rum Sauce "During a visit to Biloxi, Mississippi, I had dinner at The Seafood Buffet in the Grand Casino," Brenda Hill of Ann Arbor, Michigan. "The bread pudding was served with a wonderful spiced rum sauce.

Categories     Bread     Milk/Cream     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Raisin     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 large eggs
3 1/2 cups whole milk
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1-pound loaf cinnamon challah or cinnamon-swirl bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup golden raisins
Spiced Rum Sauce

Steps:

  • Butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Whisk eggs in large bowl to blend. Add milk, sugar, cream, and vanilla; whisk to blend well. Stir in bread and raisins. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake pudding uncovered until puffed and golden, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Cool slightly (pudding will fall). Serve warm with Spiced Rum Sauce.

BEST EVER BREAD PUDDING



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Let's face it, bread pudding is wildly underrated. And I honestly believe it's because so often, the bread pudding we've experienced in restaurants or even at potlucks more closely resembles a sweetened bread cinder block than a rich, custardy pudding. This recipe is here to give you a new lease on the classic dessert. It's almost too easy, but yields utterly decadent results. The key is in the ratio of bread to custard base; this recipe calls for quite a bit of bread, but also has an adequate amount of liquid components to balance it out.

Provided by Darcy Lenz

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 large eggs
4 cups whole milk
1 cup white sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
¾ cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) loaf sourdough bread
14 ounces brioche
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 large egg
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons bourbon
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Prepare the pudding. Whisk eggs in a large mixing bowl to beat lightly. Whisk in milk, 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla extract, and salt until evenly combined.
  • Tear sourdough and brioche breads into bite-sized pieces. Add both breads to the custard mixture and stir with a rubber spatula until well coated. Allow to stand at room temperature and soak for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
  • After soaking, spoon bread mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons white sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  • Remove the pudding from the oven and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top. Increase oven temperature to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Return pudding to the oven and bake until firm with a lightly crisped top, about 6 minutes. Cool at least 20 minutes before slicing.
  • While pudding cools, prepare the sauce. Beat egg in a small mixing bowl. Whisk in the heavy cream.
  • Combine sugar and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until butter melts and sugar dissolves. Remove saucepan from heat. While rapidly whisking the butter and sugar mixture, slowly pour in the beaten egg and cream mixture, whisking until entirely incorporated. Whisk in bourbon and return to medium heat. Cook, whisking constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in salt.
  • Cut the pudding into squares and serve with warm bourbon sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 716.2 calories, Carbohydrate 97 g, Cholesterol 180.9 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 601.3 mg, Sugar 63.3 g

BILTMORE'S BREAD PUDDING



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-Biltmore Estate, Asheville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 cups cubed day-old bread
9 large eggs, room temperature
2-1/4 cups 2% milk
1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter, melted
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
CARAMEL SAUCE:
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Place bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, butter, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour evenly over bread. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring the sugar, water and lemon juice to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook until sugar is dissolved and mixture turns a golden amber color. Stir in butter until melted. Gradually stir in cream. Serve with bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Fat 39g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 273mg cholesterol, Sodium 345mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BEST BREAD PUDDING WITH VANILLA SAUCE



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We found this recipe tucked inside my mom's Bible when going through her things. It has become a family tradition on the first snow day of the year and if that doesn't happen, which can be the case here in central Virginia, we know it'll be the featured dessert at Easter and anytime a comfort food is in order.

Provided by Gail Cobile

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup butter, melted
3 cups whole milk
10 slices hearty farmhouse-style bread, toasted and cut into cubes
1 cup raisins
½ cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 ¼ cups whole milk
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk 3 eggs, white sugar, 2 tablespoons of light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 cup of butter, and 3 cups of whole milk together, and gently stir in the bread cubes and raisins. Lightly spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and set in the middle, 50 to 55 minutes; cover the dish with foil after 30 minutes to prevent excessive browning. Let the pudding stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • For vanilla sauce, whisk 1/2 cup of light brown sugar, the flour, a pinch of cinnamon, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, 1 1/4 cups of whole milk,and salt together in a heavy saucepan until smooth. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and the sauce coats the back of a spoon, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour sauce over warm bread pudding, or serve on the side in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.3 calories, Carbohydrate 91.7 g, Cholesterol 128.8 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 387.3 mg, Sugar 72.4 g

THE BEST BREAD PUDDING EVER



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I have been experimenting with bread pudding for years, since it is my husbands favorite, and I don't have to throw out the old bread. The main ingredient that makes this recipe the best is the brown sugar instead of white sugar. This is a keeper and now my search is over. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Provided by LINDA Malchisky

Categories     Breads

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 c raisins (if not using raisin bread)
1/2 c water or brandy to cover
1/4 c butter or margarine melted
8-10 slice dry bread/ or challah or raisin bread
1 c brown sugar ( light or dark)
1 tsp cinnamon, ground
3 eggs
1/4 Tbsp salt
1 tsp vanilla
3 c milk scalded

Steps:

  • 1. cover raisins with water or brandy set aside melt butter or margarine break up bread and set aside combine brown sugar and cinnamon reserve 3 TBL of sugar for topping pour melted butter over bread add sugar mixture ( sugar will adhere better with butter) lightly grease 1 1/2 qt baking dish add 1/2 bread mixture drain raisins and add 1/2 to bread combine eggs, salt and vanilla beat well add milk slowly to eggs and mix add rest of bread and raisins pour milk and eggs over bread mixture let stand for 5 minutes sprinkle reserved sugar mixture on top bake at 325F for 45-50 minutes

THE BEST BREAD PUDDING



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The Best Bread Pudding recipe. A sweet and custard-like dessert with flavors of vanilla and brown sugar. Stir together until the sugar is melted. Add the brandy, stirring well. Pour over bread pudding. Serve warm or cold.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups divided granulated sugar
5 large beaten eggs
2 cups milk
4 teaspoons divided vanilla extract
3 cups cubed allow to stale overnight in a bowl Italian bread
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup melted, plus 1/4 cup softened butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 beaten, for the sauce egg
1/4 cup brandy

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350º. Grease a 13 by 9 by 2-inch pan.
  • Mix together 2 cups granulated sugar, 5 eggs and milk in a bowl; add 2 teaspoons vanilla. Pour over cubed bread and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • In another bowl, mix and crumble together brown sugar, 1/4 cup softened butter and pecans.
  • Pour bread mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle brown sugar mixture over the top and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until set. Remove from oven.
  • For the sauce:
  • Mix together 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 egg, and 2 teaspoons vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir together until the sugar is melted. Add the brandy, stirring well. Pour over bread pudding. Serve warm or cold.

THE BEST DARN BREAD PUDDING I EVER MADE!



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Two days ago I made the best bread pudding I've ever had. At Costco they carry B.B. Bakery Cinnamon Swirl Bread. I love this bread! I had a loaf in the refrig & stood there looking at it wondering what wonderful thing I could make out of it other then French Toast. The light bulb went on & I remembered my Mother"s recipe & made...

Provided by Bonnie Beck

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 loaf of cinnamon swirl bread, b.b.bakery
8 jumbo extra large organic eggs
6 c organic raw whole milk
2 c organic raw half and half or cream
2 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 /1/2 tsp ginger
3/4 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1 c golden raisins, soaked in brandy or hot water, drained (optional)
1 c nuts mixed, walnuts, pecans, hazelnuts, chopped into pieces. (optional)
1 vanilla bean scraped or 1 1/2 teaspoons of extract , any you like
1 cup dark chocolate chips melted for drizzling (optional)
1 1/2 c sugar
1/2 c melted butter

Steps:

  • 1. As this was baking it was hard to resist just sticking a fork in and grabbing a bite before it was finished. My house smelled so good and I wish I had some left over this morning to eat. But, my testers ate it all. Sigh! Cut the slices of bread in 1" inch pieces. Place in a buttered large roasting pan. Add the nuts, or raisins. Mix lightly. You can use currants or dried cranberries or any dried fruit or use them all. Beat the eggs with the milk and half/half or cream, sugar and vanilla bean seeds or extract. Add the spices. Add the half a cup of cooled melted butter. Beat all together.
  • 2. Pour the spiced milk butter mixture over the bread and let sit in the refrig. a couple of hours. Fold it over to lift the bottom to the top and to soak the top. Bake at 350 for 55 minutes or until done. Drizzle melted chocolate over the top.
  • 3. Serve with a Hot Brandy, Rum or Vanilla sauce made of powdered sugar, butter, cream, rum or brandy or any extract you like. Or make a homemade hot thin pudding as I did. Or serve with a hot Chocolate sauce. Serve HOT with the a sauce of your choice. If the top looks like it is getting too brown cover with tin foil and finish baking.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality bread: For the best bread pudding, use a good quality, slightly stale bread. This will give the pudding a richer flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter: When mixing the bread pudding batter, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing can make the pudding tough.
  • Soak the bread cubes in the custard mixture: Before baking, make sure to soak the bread cubes in the custard mixture for at least 30 minutes. This will help the bread cubes absorb the custard and create a moist, flavorful pudding.
  • Bake the bread pudding in a water bath: Baking the bread pudding in a water bath helps to create a moist, evenly cooked pudding.
  • Let the bread pudding cool before serving: Once the bread pudding is baked, let it cool for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the pudding to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Bread pudding is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its rich flavor and creamy texture, bread pudding is a perfect way to end a meal or satisfy a sweet craving. Whether you are looking for a classic bread pudding recipe or something more unique, there is sure to be a recipe in this article that you will enjoy. So, preheat your oven and get ready to bake a delicious bread pudding today!

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