This old-fashioned rhubarb bread pudding combines the tartness of rhubarb with the sweetness of bread pudding for a delightful dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The warm and comforting flavors of this dish will have everyone begging for seconds!
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped rhubarb
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 loaf of day-old bread, cubed
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together rhubarb and sugar. Let sit for 15 minutes to allow juices to release.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add bread cubes to rhubarb mixture and pour egg mixture over the top. Stir to combine and let sit for 10 minutes to allow bread to soak up the liquid.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and drizzle melted butter over the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until pudding is set and golden brown on top.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Rhubarb is a versatile vegetable that is often used in sweet dishes despite its tart flavor.
Bread pudding is a classic dessert that is a great way to use up stale bread and create a delicious treat.
This old-fashioned recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy rhubarb in a new and exciting way.