Description
A classic and comforting dessert, this Old Fashioned Bread Pudding transforms stale bread into a warm, rich treat that evokes nostalgia and is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups cubed bread
- 2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- Butter for greasing baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread and raisins (if using); set aside. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the milk mixture over the bread cubes and gently stir until all the bread is soaked.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider toppings like powdered sugar, caramel sauce, or whipped cream. You can also add mix-ins like chocolate, nuts, or fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg