Best 12 Elegant Bread Pudding Recipes

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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.

FANCY BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons butter, melted, plus more for the baking dish
2 1/2 cups challah bread cubes (1-inch cubes)
2 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla
2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup lightly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup whiskey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup roughly chopped dried cherries
1/2 cup roughly chopped pecans
Whiskey Cream Sauce, recipe follows, for serving
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons whiskey

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch baking dish.
  • Arrange the bread cubes tightly in the prepared baking dish. Beat together the butter, milk, vanilla and eggs in a large bowl. Add the granulated and brown sugars, whiskey and cinnamon and mix until the sugars are dissolved. Pour the mixture over the bread. Sprinkle the cherries and pecans all over.
  • Put the baking dish on a baking sheet. Bake until the crust is golden brown, 55 to 70 minutes. Let rest for 20 minutes before serving with Whiskey Cream Sauce.
  • Combine the butter, cream, sugar and whiskey in a saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches a low boil. Pour a small amount over the individual servings of bread pudding.

BREAD PUDDING PEAR PIE



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I've been serving this simple but elegant dessert for many years, after a friend shared the recipe, I especially enjoy baking yummy desserts. I guess it's in the genes--my grandfather came over from Norway and started a bakery in a small Minnesota town. -Kris Bailey Villand, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can (29 ounces) pear halves, drained
4 large eggs
1/3 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 English muffins, crumbled
BUTTERSCOTCH SAUCE:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup heavy whipping cream, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
Fresh pear slices, optional

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop pears; place in a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Add the milk, vanilla, lemon zest and salt; mix well. Stir in crumbled English muffins; pour over pears. bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool slightly on a wire rack., For butterscotch sauce, combine brown sugar and butter in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted. gradually add 1/2 cup cream. Bring to a slow boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla; set aside., In a small bowl, beat the remaining cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Cut into wedges. Garnish with whipped cream and pear slices if desired. serve with butterscotch sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 370mg sodium, Carbohydrate 70g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

GRAMMA'S APPLE BREAD PUDDING



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This bread pudding is the ultimate in comfort food from Gramma's kitchen. It is great for using up bread and apples. Enjoy!

Provided by MESHEL

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups soft bread cubes
¼ cup raisins
2 cups peeled and sliced apples
1 cup brown sugar
1 ¾ cups milk
¼ cup margarine
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs, beaten
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
½ cup milk
½ cup margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 7x11 inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine bread, raisins, and apples. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup brown sugar, 1 3/4 cups milk, and 1/4 cup margarine. Cook and stir until margarine is melted. Pour over bread mixture in bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and eggs. Pour bread mixture into prepared dish, and pour egg mixture over bread.
  • Bake in preheated oven 40 to 50 minutes, or until center is set and apples are tender.
  • While pudding is baking, mix together sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/2 cup margarine in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Serve over bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Carbohydrate 58.8 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 372 mg, Sugar 46.7 g

BREAD PUDDING I



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A no frills bread pudding. This is a recipe my mom always made and we all really enjoyed it.

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 slices white bread, cut into cubes
¼ cup margarine, melted
½ cup raisins
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
6 eggs
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups hot milk
1 pinch ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F(190 degrees C)
  • In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, melted margarine, raisins, and cinnamon; mix well, and transfer to a 2 quart baking dish.
  • Use the same bowl to beat the eggs. Stir in sugar, vanilla, and salt until sugar is dissolved. Slowly whisk in the hot milk. Pour egg mixture over bread cubes, sprinkle with nutmeg, and set aside to soak for 5 minutes.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 146.8 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 515 mg, Sugar 30.3 g

ELEGANT BREAD PUDDING



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At holiday potlucks, our whole family looks forward to my sister-in-law bringing this best-of-the-season dessert. The scrumptious caramel sauce is a unique touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 cups cubed croissants or French bread
1/2 cup raisins
8 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
CARAMEL SAUCE:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Arrange bread cubes evenly in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with raisins. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, half-and-half cream, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange zest; pour over bread. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. , For sauce, in a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and whipping cream; cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Serve bread pudding in bowls with caramel sauce and whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SWEET AND ELEGANT BREAD PUDDING



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A tastey sweet dessert I modified to serve my wife and I. The caramel sauce gives this dish a wonderful sweetness and the crusty top just ties all the tastes and textures together.

Provided by Rangerelvis

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 2 Serving Bowls, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 slices bread, Diced large
1/4 cup raisins
2 eggs
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • DIce enough bread slices to fill two 16 to 20 ounce baking dish. Grease your baking dishes and add the diced bread and raisins.
  • In a mixing bowl mix together eggs, 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, 1/2 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour half of mixture over each bread bowl.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Check the center with a toothpick. If toothpick comes out clean remove from oven. If not, cover bowls and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Sauce-- Mix 1/2 Cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup butter, and 1/4 cup whipping cream. Heat on low until melted and bubbley. Add Vanilla and stir.
  • Pour caramel sauce over each bowl, approximately 1/3 of the caramel per bowl. The other third is for later! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1599.1, Fat 87.5, SaturatedFat 51.5, Cholesterol 476.3, Sodium 1186.5, Carbohydrate 190.1, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 122.8, Protein 19.7

RESTAURANT STYLE BREAD PUDDING



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This is one of my favorite dessert recipes. It is a very rich and elegant bread pudding that starts with homemade white bread and ends with a perfect baked custard.

Provided by Kathy

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 -3 1/4 cups flour
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 (1/4 ounce) package dry active yeast
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup warm water
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup milk
2 cups heavy cream
3 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg
1 orange, zest of
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup golden raisin, softened
1 -2 tablespoon coarse sugar crystals

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Add warmed milk, sugar, salt, and butter. Slowly stir in flour to form dough.
  • Knead bread dough on lightly floured surface.
  • Let rise until double.
  • Punch down dough and form into a loaf.
  • Let rise in loaf pan until double.
  • Bake 400 degrees for 30 minutes or until done.
  • Let bread cool.
  • Cut bread into 1" cubes.
  • Place cubes into a deep casserole dish.
  • Toss in the raisins.
  • In a separate bowl mix together custard ingredients. Pour over the bread and sprinkle top with coarse sugar crystals.
  • Bake 375 degrees for 60 minutes.
  • Serve warm.
  • Note: You can double the bread recipe and have an extra loaf. I often make the bread the day before. You could use a dense store bought bread but you won't get the same results.

BALLY'S CASINO BREAD PUDDING



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I just adore simple homey but elegant custardy bread pudding. This one is adorned with the most wicked bourbon sauce ever devised. Such a combination! Saved forever! From The Times-Picayune - "Bally's Casino first shared this recipe in 1996, then it was reprinted in Sept. of 2006 for a reader who had a copy on her refrigerator when Katrina came through St. Bernard Parish. The pudding was very light and fluffy, she said."

Provided by Busters friend

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb French bread, stale
1/2 cup raisins
5 eggs
6 cups milk
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups butter, unsalted
1 cup sugar
2/3 cup light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup Bourbon
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Tear bread into 2-inch pieces and place in 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add raisins; set aside. In large mixing bowl, beat eggs with wire whip until well blended. Stir in milk, sugar and vanilla. Pour over torn bread and push bread down with fingers until saturated. Let soak for 3 minutes.
  • Place pudding pan in larger pan, then fill larger pan with about one inch of hot water (to come halfway up sides of pudding pan). Bake for 65 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium saucepan melt butter on medium heat (do not boil). Add both sugars and beat with wire whip until creamy. Remove pot from heat and beat in whipping cream and salt. Add bourbon and beat thoroughly. You may pour the sauce over the entire bread pudding or over individual servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1071.2, Fat 50.8, SaturatedFat 30.7, Cholesterol 253.8, Sodium 814.3, Carbohydrate 129.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 87.6, Protein 17.6

SUGAR TOPPED CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING



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When cooked the sugar becomes crunchy and adds an elegant finish. This recipe was printed in the March 2003 edition of Bon Appetit and is reported to be served at the Red Fish Grill in New Orleans. I made this for my best friends birthday bash last year. Not low in anything!

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 3/4 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar, plus
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
1 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups French bread, cut into 1 inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Lightly spray a 1-1/2 quart shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Bring 1/2 cup sugar, cream and whole milk to a simmer, stir until sugar dissolves.
  • Remove from heat and add 1 cup of the chocolate chips whisking until melted and smooth.
  • In a large bowl, lightly beat egg and vanilla just till blended.
  • Slowly whisk the hot chocolate mixture into the egg mixture.
  • Allow custard to cool for 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add bread cubes and remaining chocolate chips to the custard mixture.
  • Toss lightly to coat.
  • Pour mixture into prepared baking dish, sprinkle with 2 Tbsp of sugar.
  • Bake until the custard thickens and center is just set, about 50 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

NEW ORLEANS BREAD PUDDING WITH BOURBON SAUCE



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Originally the country cook's solution for using up stale bread as well as cream and eggs, bread pudding is now considered an elegant dessert. This rich version is accented with pecans and accompanied with bourbon sauce.

Provided by Alan in SW Florida

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped (See Note)
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
5 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup golden raisin
12 slices stale firm-textured white bread, cut into cubes (about 6 cups)
1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped (See Note)
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons Bourbon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter an 8-inch square baking pan.
  • MAKE THE PUDDING: In a small bowl, combine the pecans, sugar, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. In a large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the pecan mixture and blend well. Stir in the milk and raisins.
  • Place the bread cubes in the prepared pan. Pour the egg mixture over them and toss gently until the bread is soaked. Let the pudding sit until the bread has absorbed nearly all the liquid, about 35 minutes. Stir the mixture once or twice to moisten the bread evenly.
  • Meanwhile, MAKE THE TOPPING: In a small bowl, combine the pecans, sugar, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • Bake the pudding for 25 minutes. Sprinkle the pecan topping over the pudding and continue baking for another 10 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the topping is browned.
  • Meanwhile, MAKE THE BOURBON SAUCE: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and cornstarch, and cook, stirring, until dissolved. Whisk in the cream and vanilla, and continue cooking, stirring, until sauce thickens slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the bourbon and cook, stirring, for another 30 seconds. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly.
  • To serve, spoon the pudding out on plates, then ladle a bit of the bourbon sauce over each serving.
  • NOTE: To toast the pecans, place them on an ungreased cookie sheet in a preheated 375 degree oven for 10 minutes, or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662.8, Fat 35.7, SaturatedFat 13, Cholesterol 181.4, Sodium 430.4, Carbohydrate 76, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 48.9, Protein 11.6

VEGAN BREAD PUDDING



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Vegan bread pudding is easy and simple to make, and you probably have all or most of the ingredients in your cupboard or refrigerator already.

Provided by Jeremy Ferch

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups cubed day-old bread
3 cups soy milk
1 cup raisins
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup chopped almonds
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bread cubes in a 9-inch baking pan. Stir soy milk, raisins, sugar, almonds, vanilla extract, and cinnamon together in a separate bowl and pour over the bread. Mix to combine.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and heated through, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.2 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 167.9 mg, Sugar 34.3 g

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