Best 6 Thick Delicious Bread Pudding Recipes

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Bread pudding, a delectable dessert with a rich history, is a true culinary gem. Its origins can be traced back to the medieval era, where it was a way to utilize leftover bread and other pantry staples. Over the centuries, bread pudding has evolved into a beloved dish enjoyed by people of all ages. With its soft, custardy texture, delightful aroma, and comforting flavors, it's no wonder that bread pudding continues to captivate taste buds worldwide. Whether you prefer a classic bread pudding with raisins and spices or a more modern take featuring unique ingredients and flavors, there's a recipe out there to satisfy every palate. So, let's embark on a delectable journey and discover the secrets to creating the thickest, most delicious bread pudding that will leave you craving for more.

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OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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Bread pudding is a delicious treat and an even better way to reduce food waste! For this bread pudding recipe, collect the heels and any extra slices of bread you have and freeze them. When you have enough to measure six cups (this is about six slices of bread), thaw the slices and start baking this warm and comforting bread pudding.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups soft bread cubes (about 6 slices bread)
1/2 cup raisins, if desired
Whipping (heavy) cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 2-quart saucepan, heat milk and butter over medium heat until butter is melted and milk is hot.
  • In large bowl, mix eggs, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Stir in bread cubes and raisins. Stir in milk mixture. Pour into ungreased deep round pan.
  • Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean. Serve warm with whipping cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg

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.

BLUEBERRY BREAD PUDDING



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This delicious blueberry bread pudding is made with fresh blueberries. Try this recipe for tasty blueberry bread pudding -- your family will love it!

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the Blueberry Bread Pudding:
3 cups milk
3 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, optional
5 to 6 cups day-old torn French or Italian bread or rolls
2 cups fresh blueberries
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
For the Lemon Sauce:
1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
Dash salt
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Heat oven to 350 F. Butter an 11-by-7-inch baking dish.
  • Whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla and almond flavorings and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon zest in a large bowl.
  • Add the bread and let the mixture stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Toss the blueberries with powdered sugar in another bowl and then fold them into the bread mixture.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Set the baking dish in a larger baking or roasting pan and place it in oven.
  • Add about an inch of very hot water to the large outer pan.
  • Bake the bread pudding for about 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until it is firm and the top is lightly browned.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Bring the 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.
  • Combine the 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt in another saucepan. Blend well.
  • Pour the boiling water over the sugar mixture and place it over medium-low heat. Cook until the mixture is thickened and clear, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and butter. Stir to blend.
  • Serve the bread pudding with the lemon sauce or another sauce or topping. Vanilla sauce , blueberry sauce, or bourbon sauce are all good choices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 kcal, Carbohydrate 75 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 295 mg, Sugar 56 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 8 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

THICK & DELICIOUS BREAD PUDDING



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This is delicious, super-easy to make, and the ingredients are what you will always have on hand in your pantry. Before we even knew how to bake cakes and cookies, my little sister and I used to make this whenever a sweet craving attacked us (a not infrequent event!).

Provided by eatrealfood

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 slices bread
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla essence
3 cups milk
4 ounces butter
nutmeg (optional)
raisins (optional)
cinnamon (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven up to 350°F.
  • Cut slices of bread into cubes.
  • Bake bread cubes for 10 min until a little crisp.
  • In a saucepan, heat the milk, and butter but do not allow to boil.
  • To this, add the vanilla, beaten eggs and sugar, when a bit cooled.
  • Add the baking powder and blend until smooth.
  • In an ovenproof tray, layer the cubes of bread and pour over it the liquid prepared above, until the bread is saturated.
  • If desired, sprinkle your choice of nutmeg, cinnamon or raisins.
  • Bake for approximately 30 minutes or until it browns.

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.

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

Tips:

  • Use stale bread: Stale bread works best for bread pudding because it absorbs the custard better and results in a more moist and flavorful pudding.
  • Use a variety of breads: You can use any type of bread for bread pudding, but using a variety of breads will give it a more interesting flavor and texture.
  • Soak the bread in the custard: Soaking the bread in the custard allows it to absorb the flavors and become soft and tender.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bread pudding tough.
  • Bake the bread pudding in a water bath: Baking the bread pudding in a water bath helps to create a moist and creamy texture.
  • Serve the bread pudding warm or cold: Bread pudding can be served warm or cold, depending on your preference.

Conclusion:

Bread pudding is a delicious and versatile dessert that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It's a great way to use up stale bread, and it's also a relatively inexpensive dessert to make. Whether you serve it warm or cold, bread pudding is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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