Best 12 Custard Bread Pudding Recipes

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If you're looking for a delectable and heartwarming dessert that combines the comforting flavors of bread, custard, and a touch of sweetness, then look no further than custard bread pudding. This classic dish is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a creamy and rich custard filling or a crispy, caramelized crust, there's a custard bread pudding recipe out there to suit your preferences. With its versatility and ease of preparation, custard bread pudding has become a staple in many households, offering a comforting and satisfying dessert experience that's perfect for any occasion.

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

CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING



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I received this recipe from my husband's aunt who has been serving this at her restaurant for years. Great for people who don't like bready things, because it has more custard than bread.

Provided by SweetPea

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 quart half-and-half
4 large eggs
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
4 slices bread
¼ cup raisins, or to taste
1 pinch ground cinnamon, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Blend half-and-half, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender until smooth. Arrange bread in a 9x13-inch baking dish; sprinkle with raisins and cinnamon. Pour egg mixture over bread.
  • Place baking dish in a large roasting pan; fill roasting pan with boiling water halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until set, about 1 1/2 hours. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 91.7 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 161.8 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING



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Served warm and drizzled with sauce, this dessert has down-home appeal, says Barbara Little of Bedford, Indiana. "It's a soft custard-like bread pudding."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 slices day-old bread, crusts removed, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup raisins
SAUCE:
2/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup water
7 tablespoons butter, cubed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, sugar, butter and cinnamon. Add the bread cubes and raisins; mix well. Pour into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. , In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour and water until smooth. Add butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Serve warm or cold over pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

BLUEBERRY BREAD PUDDING WITH CUSTARD SAUCE



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Blueberries are so yummy, especially in this dessert! Cook time includes time for makeing sauce. The sweet dessert known as Bread pudding (not be confused with bread and butter pudding) is rather more popular in the UK than in the US, but it is hardly unknown in America, especially in the south. Bread Pudding has been around a long time. It's been around in England since the 13th century. It has its origins as a source of food for the poorer elements of society, and was in fact called "Poor Man's Pudding".

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
4 eggs, beaten
2 1/2 cups milk
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
8 cups French bread cubes (1/2-inch)
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
2 eggs
2 tablespoons sugar
1 dash salt
1 cup milk, scalded
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind

Steps:

  • Pudding: Melt butter in a 13x9x2-inch baking dish; set aside.
  • Combine next 4 ingredients in a large bowl; beat well.
  • Add bread cubes, and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Fold in blueberries and lemon rind; spoon into prepared dish.
  • Bake at 350* for 35 minutes or until lightly browned and puffed.
  • Serve warm with Custard Sauce.
  • Yield: 10 servings Custard Sauce: Combine eggs, sugar, and salt in top of a double boiler, beating well.
  • Gradually stir about 1/2 cup milk into egg mixture; add remaining milk, stirring constantly.
  • Bring water in bottom of double boiler to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low; cook custard over hot water, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes or until mixture thickens.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Add vanilla and lemon rind.
  • Yield: 1 1/3 cups.

CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup raisins
1/2 cup Jamaican rum
1 pound, 4 ounces white bread, crust trimmed, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 10 cups)
4 cups whole milk
15 large eggs
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine raisins in rum and soak for at least 2 hours. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly coat a 10 by 3-inch round baking dish or 2-quart souffle dish with vegetable cooking spray. Add the bread cubes to the dish and sprinkle the raisin/rum mixture on top.
  • In a large bowl, combine the milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir the egg mixture into the bread/raisin mixture. Cover with foil. Place the baking dish in a larger, high-sided roasting pan. Add boiling water into the roasting pan around the baking dish to a depth of 2 inches. Bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil. Continue baking, uncovered, for 5 minutes, until top is golden and the mixture is slightly puffed or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool slightly before serving. If desired, serve with Creme Anglaise, flavored with rum to taste, if desired.

CHOCOLATE CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING



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This is a simple and rich tasting treat. The spices make it extra special!

Provided by Monica

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups milk
2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups day-old bread cubes
½ cup chopped walnuts
3 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a double boiler, heat together the milk and chocolate until chocolate is melted.
  • In a 10x16 inch oven baking bag, combine 1/4 cup sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Mix in the bread and nuts.
  • Beat together the eggs, sugar and vanilla; blend together with chocolate mixture.
  • Place bag in 1 quart loaf pan; pour chocolate mixture over bread. Close bag with twist tie; make 6 half inch slits on top. Pour water into pan so that water comes up sides of bag, not overflowing.
  • Bake 50 to 60 minutes or until knife inserted comes out clean. To serve, remove from pan, cut bag away from top and put on plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 97.9 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 181.8 mg, Sugar 29.3 g

BOURBON CUSTARD SAUCE FOR BREAD PUDDING



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Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups milk
5 teaspoons Sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons Cornstarch
2 tablespoons Butter
2 Large Eggs Yolks, beaten
2 tablespoons Bourbon
1 teaspoon Vanilla
1/2 cup Heavy Cream

Steps:

  • In a 2 quart saucepan, beat together milk, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth. Add butter, chopped, to the mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. In a small bowl, beat egg yolks, sir a few tablespoons hot milk mixture into yolks. Pour yolk mixture into saucepan with remaining milk mixture and cook over meduim heat until mixture just approaches boiling. Remove saucepan from heat and stir in bourbon and vanilla. Pour custard into a bowl; cover and refrigerate until cold. Just before serving, stir 1/2 cup heavy cream into chilled custard.

CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING WITH BOURBON SAUCE



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This is one of my most requested sweet recipes. When this bread pudding bakes. The top of the bread pudding gets a little crispy, the middle is moist and the bottom layer is simply just custardy. It seems as though most, soak their bread, I choose not to soak, because I enjoy the different layers I get when I don't. The...

Provided by Susan Wong

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING
8 c stale french bread & sweet bread (banana or zucchini)
4 c half and half
8 large eggs
1/2 c sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch kosher salt
BOURBON SAUCE
1/2 lb butter
2 Tbsp water
1 c sugar
1 pinch kosher salt
2 large eggs
1/4 c bourbon

Steps:

  • 1. To Make the BREAD PUDDING; Cut bread into small cubes.Toss the bread cubes together and place them in a 9 X 13 casserole.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • 3. Mix the cream, eggs, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla together well and pour over bread. Press the bread down with a fork to get all the bread coated in the custard.
  • 4. Place the 9 X13 dish into a large roasting pan and fill roasting pan with boiling water to reach half way up the side of the 9 X 13 dish.
  • 5. Bake for 55 minutes to an hour or until a knife comes out clean.
  • 6. TO MAKE THE BOURBON SAUCE; Place the butter, water, sugar and salt in a bowl over a double boiler. Mix with a whisk or wooden spoon until sugar dissolves and the grittiness is gone.
  • 7. Remove from heat and beat in one egg at a time with a whisk until mixed well. Add bourbon and mix to blend.
  • 8. Return to the double boiler and cook for another 3 - 5 minutes to cook the eggs and some of the alcohol off.The sauce will thicken as it cools. Refrigerate leftover sauce.
  • 9. To see my original post with more notes and thoughts visit my blog at http://susan-thinkingoutloud.blogspot.com/2010/06/custard-bread-pudding-with-bourbon.html#more

CARAMELIZED CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING



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This rich bread pudding has a delicious caramelized topping. I prefer to use fresh bread instead of the usual dry, stale bread to make it moister.

Provided by Garden Gate Kate

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2/3 cup raisins
1 3/4 cups water
1 tablespoon orange juice (optional)
10 slices bread, cubed (fresh bread is better but stale bread works, too)
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
5 eggs
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups milk
1 cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Cover raisins with water and orange juice. Soak while preparing other ingredients, or cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.
  • In a saucepan, heat milk, half and half, and butter but do not allow to boil. Cool slightly.
  • Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Reserve 2 tablespoons of brown sugar mixture for sprinkling on top later.
  • In a separate saucepan, add the remaining brown sugar mixture, vanilla, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
  • Pour heated milk mixture into sugar mixture. Add baking powder and whisk until smooth.
  • Place 1/2 of bread cubes in a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Thoroughly drain raisins and discard soaking liquid. Spread 1/2 cup raisins over the bread.
  • Top with rest of bread cubes. Sprinkle remaining raisins on top.
  • Pour the milk mixture over the bread until the bread is saturated. Let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle reserved 2 tablespoons of sugar mixture over top.
  • Place bread pudding dish in a larger pan. Carefully, add very hot water to larger pan to within 1/2 inch of tops of casserole dish. Bake at 350F degrees for 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes or until knife comes out clean when inserted 1 inch from rim.
  • Serve warm or cold.

CINNAMON RAISIN BREAD PUDDING WITH CUSTARD SAUCE



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I adapted this recipe from an old cooking magazine I had. Using cinnamon raisin bread from the Day Old Bread store makes this recipe less expensive and easier. I also increased the ingredients to fit a more common 9x13 pan while reducing the sugar. The custard sauce is great alone or mixed with leftover rice for a mock rice...

Provided by Shelley Young

Categories     Puddings

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 c granulated sugar
4 eggs, beaten
4 c whole or 2% milk
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 tsp butter extract
2 loaves day old cinnamon raisin bread, cubed with crusts and end slices removed
CUSTARD SAUCE
3 egg yolks
3/4 c granulated sugar
1/4 c cornstarch
3 c milk, 2% or whole
2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. PUDDING: Combine sugar, eggs, milk, and extracts in a large bowl. Add cubed bread and mix to soak. Spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray or light oil and turn mixture out into it. Bake at 350 for 50 minutes
  • 2. CUSTARD: Combine yolks, sugar, and cornstarch in a double boiler or a bowl over a small pan of water. Make sure the bowl is larger than the pan so no water gets into the mixture. If it does, it's ruined and you must start over. Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth. Cook over boiling water while whisking constantly. When the mixture thickens you'll know it's ready when it coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract. Serve warm or chilled over the bread pudding.

CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING



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Categories     Egg     Fruit     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 quart half-and-half
4 large eggs
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 slices bread
1/4 cup (or to taste) raisins
1 pinch (or to taste) ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Blend half-and-half, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender until smooth. Arrange bread in a 9x13-inch baking dish; sprinkle with raisins and cinnamon. Pour egg mixture over bread.
  • Place baking dish in a large roasting pan; fill roasting pan with boiling water halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until set, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Serve warm or cold.

PINEAPPLE CUSTARD BREAD PUDDING



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This recipe is in book two of Kitchen Chatter and Friends Cookbook-1983.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 c butter or margarine, softened
3 oz pkg. instant vanilla pudding
1 tsp cinnamon
3 large eggs
3 c milk
8 oz can crushed pineapple in it's own juice
2/3 c flaked coconut
1/2 c golden raisins or fresh cranberries , chopped
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
8 slice air dried hawaiian bread or rolls torn in bite size pieces

Steps:

  • 1. In a large mixer bowl, cream together butter, dry pudding mix and cinnamon until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In another bowl combine milk, undrained pineapple, coconut, raisins and vanilla. By hand, blend milk mixture into creamed mixture( mixture will look curdled). Fold in bread cubes. Pour into an ungreased 2 quart casserole or 8-inch square baking dish. Place casserole in a larger shallow pan on oven rack. Pour hot water into larger pan to depth of one inch. Bake in 325^ oven for 1 1/4 hours for casserole 1 hour for 8 inch square pan or until knife inserted off center comes out clean.

PECAN BREAD PUDDING WITH RUM CUSTARD SAUCE



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Fat-free ingredients, though not suitable for all baking recipes, work like a charm in this homey dessert. -Virginia Anthony, Jacksonville, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup fat-free milk
3/4 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 cups cubed day-old French bread
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted
RUM CUSTARD SAUCE:
1/4 cup sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
2 tablespoons egg substitute
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon rum or 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon butter flavoring

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients. Gently stir in bread and pecans; let stand for 10 minutes or until bread is softened., Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean., For sauce, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt in a small heavy saucepan. Stir in milk and evaporated milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Remove from the heat. Whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into the egg substitute; return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Serve warm with bread pudding. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

  • Use stale bread: This will help the bread pudding absorb the custard mixture and result in a more cohesive and flavorful dish.
  • Soak the bread in the custard mixture for at least 30 minutes: This will give the bread time to absorb the liquid and soften, resulting in a creamier texture.
  • Use a variety of spices and flavorings: This will add depth and complexity to the bread pudding. Some popular options include cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and citrus zest.
  • Don't overbake the bread pudding: It should be cooked until the custard is set and the top is golden brown. Overbaking will result in a dry and rubbery texture.
  • Serve the bread pudding warm or at room temperature: It can be enjoyed on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

Custard bread pudding is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and endless variations, it's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Whether you're using a traditional recipe or experimenting with new flavors, custard bread pudding is sure to be a hit. So next time you have some stale bread on hand, don't throw it away - make a delicious custard bread pudding instead!

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