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Bread Pudding with Custard Sauce

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A classic dessert made with cubes of bread soaked in a rich custard, then baked until golden and served with a smooth, creamy custard sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups day-old bread, cubed
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Add the cubed bread and raisins (if using) to the bowl and gently fold to coat. Let sit for 15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Drizzle melted butter over the top.
  5. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. While the pudding bakes, prepare the custard sauce (see Notes).
  7. Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving with warm custard sauce.

Notes

  • To make custard sauce: In a saucepan, whisk 2 cups milk, 1/2 cup sugar, 4 egg yolks, and 1 tsp vanilla extract over medium heat until thickened. Do not boil.
  • Use brioche or challah bread for a richer flavor.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.

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Keywords: bread pudding, custard sauce, dessert, baked pudding, comfort food

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