Best Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the comfort of warm, gooey bread pudding topped with a luscious vanilla sauce. This classic dessert is perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy family dinners. Easy to prepare and oh so delicious!

Ingredients

• 6 cups cubed day-old bread
• 2 cups milk
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes and milk. Let stand for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla, cinnamon, salt, raisins, and nuts. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
4. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until set and golden brown.
5. While the bread pudding is baking, make the vanilla sauce. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
6. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
7. Serve warm bread pudding topped with vanilla sauce.
8. Enjoy!

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