Bread pudding is a traditional dessert that is made by baking a mixture of bread, milk, sugar, eggs, and spices. It is a versatile dish that can be sweet or savory and can be made with a variety of bread, including white, whole wheat, or brioche. The bread is typically soaked in a sweet custard mixture before being baked in the oven.
Here is a basic recipe for making sweet bread pudding:
Ingredients:
- 6-8 cups of stale bread, cut into cubes
- 2 cups of milk
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp of ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup of raisins (optional)
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Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, raisins, and spices.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and stir until the bread is evenly coated.
- Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes, to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake the pudding in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set in the center.
- Let the pudding cool for a few minutes before serving. You can serve it with a drizzle of caramel sauce, or a dollop of whipped cream.
Note: You can also add nuts, chocolate chips, or any other ingredients to the pudding for more variations.
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Serve
Bread pudding is typically served warm and can be garnished with a variety of toppings to enhance the flavor and add a touch of sweetness. Some popular toppings include:
- Whipped cream: A dollop of whipped cream adds a light and creamy texture to the pudding.
- Caramel sauce: A drizzle of caramel sauce over the pudding adds a touch of sweetness and a rich, buttery flavor.
- Vanilla Ice cream: Vanilla ice cream pairs well with the warm pudding and adds a creamy texture.
- Fresh Berries: Fresh berries like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries can add a nice burst of flavor and color to the pudding.
- Powdered sugar: Sprinkling powdered sugar over the pudding adds a touch of sweetness and a nice presentation.
- Cinnamon sugar: A sprinkle of cinnamon sugar over the pudding adds a nice touch of spice and sweetness.
Bread pudding can also be served cold, in which case you can top it with a scoop of ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
It can be a perfect dessert for breakfast, brunch or a comforting dessert after dinner.