Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this classic bread pudding recipe. Made with simple ingredients like bread, milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla, this dessert is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. It's great for a cozy night in or to impress guests at a dinner party.
Ingredients
- 6 cups of cubed bread
- 2 cups of milk
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon
- Add cubed bread and let it soak for 10 minutes
- Fold in raisins and nuts, if using
- Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until pudding is set and golden brown
- Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Interesting Facts
Bread pudding is a popular dessert that originated as a way to prevent food waste by using stale bread
Adding raisins and nuts gives the bread pudding extra flavor and texture
Bread pudding can be enjoyed cold as well, making it a versatile dessert option