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A warm, golden-brown bread pudding served in a rustic white bowl, topped with a drizzle of caramel sauce and fresh whipped cream, with crispy edges and soft, moist interior, styled on a cozy wooden table with a soft-focus background.

Easy Comforting Bread Pudding for Beginners

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A simple, delicious bread pudding made with leftover bread, soaked in a vanilla custard, baked until golden, and served warm with toppings.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups day-old bread, cubed
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Optional toppings: caramel sauce, whipped cream, fresh berries

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Add bread cubes to the custard mixture, gently pressing to soak.
  4. Pour everything into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set.
  5. Serve warm topped with caramel sauce, whipped cream, or berries.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread for the best texture. Brioche or challah work beautifully.
  • Customize with chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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