Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
Indulge in the comforting delight of Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce, a dessert that effortlessly combines rich custard and fluffy bread into a heartwarming treat. This easy-to-make recipe offers a golden top with a soft, custardy center, making it an ideal choice for brunches or sweet endings to family dinners. Whether you enjoy it warm drizzled with vanilla sauce or chilled topped with fresh berries, this dish is sure to impress at any gathering. Plus, the versatility of flavors allows you to customize it to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy this classic dessert that brings warmth and joy to every occasion!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 portions 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz loaf of French bread
- 3 ¾ cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cup heavy cream
- 7 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cup sugar
- Optional zest of ½ orange
Instructions
- Cut the French bread into cubes and let them sit out to dry for a few hours.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and sugar until well blended. Add orange zest if desired.
- Place the cubed bread in a baking dish and pour the custard mixture over the top. Gently press down to soak all pieces.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 120 minutes or until set in the center and golden on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm or chilled with vanilla sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 210mg