This chocolate almond bread pudding is a heavenly dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and almond with the custardy texture of bread pudding. It's a perfect treat for chocolate lovers and a great way to use up stale bread. The combination of melted chocolate, crunchy almonds, and aromatic spices will leave you craving for more. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this dessert is a showstopper that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 4 cups stale bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
- Add the bread cubes to the mixture and gently toss until all the bread is coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and sliced almonds, reserving a handful for topping.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips and almonds on top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the bread pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
