Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
Indulge in the heartwarming delight of Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce, a creamy and rich dessert that brings comfort to every occasion. This timeless recipe is perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, providing a deliciously sweet finish to any meal. With its luscious custard texture and the aromatic scent of vanilla, it’s no wonder this dish is a family favorite. The beauty of this bread pudding lies in its simplicity; you can prepare it ahead of time and let the oven do the magic while you enjoy precious moments with loved ones. Serve it warm, drizzled with homemade vanilla sauce, and watch as smiles light up the room with each satisfying bite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cut the French bread into bite-sized cubes; let sit out for about 15 minutes to dry slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and sugar until well combined.
- Fold the bread cubes into the custard mixture until coated, then let it soak for an additional 15 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake for about two hours until golden brown on top and set in the center.
- While baking, prepare the vanilla sauce by combining cream and sugar in a saucepan over low heat until dissolved.
- Serve warm with a pour of vanilla sauce over each serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (133g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 185mg