Description
Indulge in our delightful Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce, a creamy dessert that combines rich custard with tender bread for a comforting treat. This versatile dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s breakfast, brunch, or a sweet ending to dinner. Its golden top and custardy center are sure to impress family and friends alike. Serve it warm or chilled, drizzled with homemade vanilla sauce or topped with fresh fruits—this recipe invites creativity and personalization. With just a few simple steps, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser that yields 12 generous servings. Try it today for an unforgettable dessert experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz loaf of French bread
- 3 ¾ cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cup heavy cream
- 7 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cup sugar
- Optional zest of 1/2 orange
Instructions
- Cut the French bread into cubes and let it dry for a few hours or overnight.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and optional orange zest until smooth.
- Add the cubed bread to the custard mixture and gently stir to coat. Let soak for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for approximately 120 minutes or until set and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with vanilla sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 220mg