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Classic Bread Pudding with Homemade Vanilla Sauce

A close-up of a square slice of golden brown bread pudding topped with rich vanilla custard sauce.
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Make a rich, custardy bread pudding using stale bread, topped with a simple vanilla sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups stale bread cubes (about 1 loaf)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (for greasing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
  2. Place the bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle raisins over the bread if you are using them.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
  4. Pour the custard mixture slowly and evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to help the bread absorb the liquid. Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes.
  5. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
  6. While the pudding bakes, prepare the vanilla sauce.
  7. To serve, cut the pudding into squares and spoon warm vanilla sauce over each serving.

Notes

  • Use bread that is at least one day old for the best texture; fresh bread can become too mushy.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with evaporated milk.
  • You can substitute pecans or walnuts for raisins if you prefer nuts.

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