Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
Indulge in the warm comforts of Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce, a delightful dessert that feels like a hug from the inside. This creamy bread pudding combines rich custard and sweet vanilla sauce, making it the perfect treat for any occasion—be it a cozy breakfast or a special family gathering. With its easy preparation and flexible variations, even beginner bakers will find joy in whipping up this classic dessert. Customize it with fruits, spices, or different types of bread to truly make it your own. Enjoy every luscious bite as this deliciously comforting dish brings smiles all around your table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- 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 1/2 an orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut the French bread into bite-sized cubes and let them dry on a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and sugar until smooth. If using orange zest, add it now.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and gently toss to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake for approximately 120 minutes or until golden brown on top and set in the center.
- Meanwhile, prepare the vanilla sauce by dissolving sugar in water over medium heat; stir in vanilla extract when done.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 185mg