Description
This classic bread pudding is the ultimate comfort dessert. Made with simple pantry staples, it turns stale bread into a rich, custardy, and slightly crispy treat. With warm cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of nutmeg, every bite is packed with cozy flavors. Serve it warm with caramel sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of ice cream for an indulgent twist. Perfect for using up leftover bread and great for breakfast or dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed bread (stale or slightly dried out)
- 2 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- ¼ cup raisins (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts, optional)
- Butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add the cubed bread to the mixture, stirring gently to coat. Let it soak for about 10 minutes.
- Fold in the raisins and nuts if using.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with your favorite toppings!
Notes
- Stale bread works best because it absorbs the custard better. If using fresh bread, lightly toast it in the oven at 300°F for 10 minutes.
- For extra richness, replace half of the milk with heavy cream.
- Try swapping raisins for dried cranberries, chocolate chips, or shredded coconut for a flavor twist.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Soaking Time:: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: bread pudding, easy dessert, leftover bread recipe, baked custard, comfort food