Best 7 Vanilla Brioche Bread Pudding Recipes

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Indulge in the sweet and comforting flavors of Vanilla Brioche Bread Pudding, a classic dessert that combines the richness of brioche bread, the delicate aroma of vanilla, and the velvety texture of a creamy custard. Discover the secrets to creating the perfect bread pudding, from selecting the right brioche to mastering the art of soaking, baking, and achieving that irresistible golden-brown crust. Explore variations that add a touch of elegance, such as incorporating fresh berries, zesty citrus, or a decadent chocolate drizzle. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will lead you on a culinary journey to create an unforgettable Vanilla Brioche Bread Pudding that will delight your family and friends.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EASY BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING



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My mom always begs me to make her favorite dessert. This one I created was a winner. Moist and delicious, the addition of nuts and fruit make it extra special!

Provided by Lisa Boutin

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 (1 inch) thick slices brioche bread
2 tablespoons butter, melted
¼ cup chopped pecans
¼ cup raisins
1 ¾ cups milk
½ cup white sugar
3 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Tear bread into 1-inch pieces and place in an 8-inch square baking dish. Drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with pecans and raisins.
  • Whisk milk, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla extract together in a medium bowl until combined and pour over bread mixture in the baking dish. Press gently on the bread until saturated. Let sit for a few minutes.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until top is puffed but set, about 40 minutes. Pudding will settle back down as it cools.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 108.8 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 272.2 mg, Sugar 19.2 g

VANILLA BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     dessert

Time 2h

Yield 9 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12-ounce) brioche loaf
3 extra-large whole eggs
8 extra-large egg yolks
4 cups half-and-half
1 cup whole milk
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Seeds scraped from 1 vanilla bean
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
2 pints vanilla ice cream, such as Haagen-Dazs, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Space two racks evenly in the oven.
  • Cut five 3/4-inch-thick slices of brioche and place them in one layer on a sheet pan. Trim some of the crusts from the remaining brioche and cut in 1-inch dice. Spread out on a second sheet pan. Put both pans in the oven for 5 minutes, to lightly toast the bread.
  • Meanwhile, for the custard, whisk together the whole eggs, yolks, half-and-half, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla, and vanilla seeds in a large bowl, and set aside. Line a 10-by-12-by-2-inch rectangular baking dish with the whole slices of brioche, cutting them to fit in one layer. Distribute the diced brioche on top. Pour on the custard and press lightly so all the bread is soaked with custard. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Place the dish in a roasting pan large enough to allow the baking dish to sit flat. Pour about 1 inch of the hottest tap water into the roasting pan, being sure not to get any water into the custard. Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil, tenting the foil so it doesn't touch the pudding. Cut a few holes in the foil to allow steam to escape. Bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the custard is set and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve warm, drizzled with melted ice cream.

BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING



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This brioche bread pudding is an impressive holiday dish that pleases the palate!

Provided by Renate

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 20

cooking spray
1 (1 pound) loaf brioche bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
6 large eggs
¾ cup white sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
1 ½ cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup rum
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
4 ripe bananas, sliced
aluminum foil
2 cups powdered sugar
1 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream
¼ cup dark rum
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x12-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread bread cubes on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring once or twice, until toasted, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  • Whisk eggs, sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon salt together in a large bowl until blended.
  • Bring cream and half-and-half to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Pour some of the hot cream mixture into the egg mixture, whisking quickly to avoid scrambling the eggs. Continue adding cream mixture slowly and whisking until all has been added. Whisk in vanilla extract and set custard aside to cool.
  • Combine brown sugar and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; whisk until butter is melted and mixture is smooth. Whisk in rum, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add bananas and toss just until coated. Remove from heat.
  • Toss 1/3 of the toasted bread in the prepared baking dish and top with 1/2 of the banana-syrup mixture. Layer with 1/2 of the remaining bread, the remaining banana-syrup mixture, and the remaining bread. Pour custard over the top and allow pudding to stand for 30 minutes, pressing down on the bread occasionally so it absorbs the custard.
  • Cover bread pudding with aluminum foil and place the baking dish inside a large baking pan. Fill the large pan with warm water so it reaches halfway up the sides of the pudding dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until pudding has puffed up and the center is set, about 45 minutes longer. Remove from the water bath and let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pour powdered sugar evenly into a heavy saucepan. Cook, without stirring, over medium-high heat until sugar begins to melt and caramelize on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir until all sugar is melted and smooth. Add 1 cup cream, rum, and salt; stir until smooth. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup cream. Remove from heat and stir in butter until caramel sauce is smooth. Serve with bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 168.2 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 259.3 mg, Sugar 34.3 g

BERRY BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING WITH VANILLA SAUCE



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Bread pudding gets a Continental spin in this elegant recipe. Buttery brioche bread pairs with fresh berries and vanilla sauce for a true taste of summertime's bounty.

Provided by Paula Jones

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup turbinado sugar (raw sugar)
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, if desired
4 eggs
4 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 loaf (1 lb) brioche or challah bread, cut into1/2-inch cubes
2 cups whole milk
5 egg yolks
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray; coat with turbinado sugar, reserving any excess sugar.
  • In small bowl, mash together berries and 1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (less if berries are sweet, more if not); set aside.
  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat 2 cups milk, the whipping cream, 2/3 cup granulated sugar and the salt over medium heat, stirring frequently, until mixture begins to simmer; remove from heat.
  • In medium bowl, beat together 4 eggs, 4 egg yolks and 1 teaspoon vanilla, using a whisk, until light and creamy. To prevent curdling, gradually beat in milk mixture until blended.
  • In large bowl, add bread cubes and egg mixture; carefully toss to coat. Add berry mixture; carefully toss until combined. Pour into casserole. Sprinkle with remaining turbinado sugar. Cover casserole with foil.
  • Bake 30 minutes. Remove foil; bake 15 minutes longer or until golden brown. Let stand at least 30 minutes or until pudding sets. Serve warm or at room temperature; cover and refrigerate any remaining pudding.
  • In 3-quart nonaluminum saucepan, heat 2 cups milk over medium heat, stirring frequently, until milk begins to simmer; remove from heat.
  • In medium bowl, beat together remaining vanilla sauce ingredients, using whisk, until light and creamy. To prevent curdling, gradually beat in milk until blended; return mixture to saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens; remove from heat. Serve warm or at room temperature; cover and refrigerate any remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     project, dessert

Time 2h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 loaf brioche
1 cup raisins
1/4 cup warm rum
2 cups milk
2 cups heavy cream
4 eggs
2 egg yolks
1 cup sugar
Pinch of salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Butter for the baking dish
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Slice the brioche half an inch thick and lightly toast the slices. Set aside. Put the raisins in a bowl, cover with the rum and set aside.
  • Combine the milk and cream in a saucepan and scald.
  • Beat eggs and yolks with sugar. Add vanilla and salt. Slowly whisk in warm milk and cream mixture.
  • Butter a glass baking dish.
  • Cut each slice of brioche in half and line the bottom of the baking dish with the slices, overlapping them slightly. Scatter half the raisins over the slices, then spoon on about a third of the egg mixture. Top with a second layer of slices and the remaining raisins. Pour in remaining egg mixture. Set aside for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Sprinkle the top of the pudding with cinnamon. Put in the oven and bake for about one hour, until the pudding is set. Serve while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 651, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 19 grams, Sodium 348 milligrams, Sugar 42 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BOURBON BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING



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My husband wasn't a fan of bread pudding until I had him try a bite of mine from a local restaurant. I replicated it with some added bourbon, walnuts and a different type of bread. It's a keeper! -Cindy Worth, Lapwai, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup bourbon, divided
1/2 cup raisins
2-1/2 cups brioche bread, toasted
1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts
4 large eggs
1-3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar and whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Pour 1/4 cup bourbon over raisins in a small bowl; let stand 5 minutes. Place bread in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Top with walnuts, raisins and soaking liquid., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg, salt and remaining bourbon until blended. Pour over bread; let stand until bread is softened ,about 15 minutes. , Bake, uncovered, until puffed, golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Serve warm. If desired, serve with confectioners' sugar and whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469 calories, Fat 34g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 213mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHOCOLATE BRIOCHE BREAD PUDDING WITH WARM VANILLA SAUCE



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Serve this moist and delicious chocolate brioche bread pudding warm, drizzled with the exquisite warm vanilla sauce. Lovely for brunch with mimosas and a cup of my French Vanilla Cafe au Lait recipe #412890. Heaven!

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
6 -8 thick slices brioche bread, crusts removed (or other good white bread such as challah)
1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon Bourbon (optional)
1/2 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract)
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F degrees .
  • Melt 1/2 stick butter in a 9 x 13-inch glass baking dish.
  • Cut brioche bread into 2-inch cubes, and press into the buttered dish.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together all other ingredients (except chocolate chips), stirring to combine well, and pour evenly over the cubed Brioche.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
  • Bake the pudding for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Warm Vanilla Sauce:.
  • Meanwhile, place all vanilla sauce ingredients in sauce pan.
  • Heat gently and stir often. Don't overcook, only about 5 minutes. Remove vanilla pod just before serving.
  • Scoop bread pudding into twelve individual serving dishes, drizzle 2 spoonfuls of warm vanilla sauce over top of each serving. Heaven!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.8, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 123.4, Sodium 131.6, Carbohydrate 45.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 41.3, Protein 4.8

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have any brioche bread, you can use another type of bread, such as challah or French bread.
  • If you want a richer pudding, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Adding a pinch of salt to the custard mixture will help to balance the sweetness of the pudding.
  • Garnish the pudding with fresh berries or whipped cream before serving.

Conclusion:

Vanilla brioche bread pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover brioche bread, and it can be customized to your liking with different fruits, nuts, or spices. Whether you serve it warm or cold, this bread pudding is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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