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Bread Pudding Recipe with Vanilla Caramel Sauce

Decadent Bread Pudding Recipe with Vanilla Caramel Sauce

This Bread Pudding Recipe with Vanilla Caramel Sauce transforms humble ingredients into a heartwarming dessert perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Soak Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 8 cups Day-old Bread Brioche or French bread work best.
  • 4 Large Eggs Using room temperature eggs helps with better mixing.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Almond milk can be an excellent dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Using half brown sugar brings deeper flavor complexity.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla to ensure the best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Feel free to adjust; nutmeg works well as an addition too.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg A touch of cardamom can introduce an exciting twist.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Important for achieving a silky mouthfeel.
For the Caramel Sauce
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Water Helps dissolve the sugar when making caramel.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Make sure it's warmed before adding to the caramel.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Bread: Cut your day-old brioche or French bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them on a baking sheet.
  2. Make the Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Combine & Soak: Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter, place cubed bread in it, and pour the custard mixture over the bread.
  4. Bake the Pudding: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the pudding for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Prepare the Caramel Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water until it turns amber, then add warmed heavy cream.
  6. Serve the Dish: After cooling slightly, plate the pudding and drizzle with warm vanilla caramel sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure bread cubes soak for at least 15 minutes in the custard for a creamy texture. Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.

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