Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
Indulge in the warm embrace of our Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce, a comforting dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful treat. This creamy pudding is perfect for any occasion, bringing smiles to family gatherings and cozy nights alike. With its rich texture and the sweet essence of vanilla, it’s versatile enough to be enjoyed as either breakfast or dessert. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz loaf of French bread
- 3 ¾ cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 7 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups sugar
- Optional: Zest of ½ orange
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the French bread into cubes, ideally using slightly stale bread for optimal absorption.
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. If desired, mix in orange zest.
- Fold cubed bread into the custard mixture, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Allow it to soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for about two hours until golden brown on top.
- While cooling, prepare a simple vanilla sauce by combining sugar, milk, and vanilla; drizzle over each serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg