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Bread pudding sliced on a plate with whipped cream
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5 from 3 votes

BEST Easy Bread Pudding Recipe

This classic, custardy bread pudding is spiced with the perfect blend of cinnamon and nutmeg and baked over a rich, syrupy vanilla butter sauce at the bottom of the pan. It’s an all-in-one recipe that’s easy to make ahead and just the thing fora comforting breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Resting Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: English
Servings: 12 medium slices
Author: Grace Vallo

Equipment

  • 9x13" baking dish

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce brioche loaf cut into 1” rustic cubes (fresh not stale)
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 4 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Grease a 9x13” baking dish. Preheat oven to 375℉.
  • Mix ¾ cup brown sugar, butter, and ½ teaspoon vanilla together. Spread evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Add brioche cubes in a single layer.
  • Whisk well together the milk, eggs, ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. The cinnamon/nutmeg may be somewhat clumpy.
  • Pour the milk mixture evenly over the bread cubes, so that each cube is moistened. Do not stir.
  • Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Put a piece of foil on your oven rack to catch any drips, and place the baking dish on top of it. Bake for 40-46 minutes until golden, puffy, and the custard is set but slightly jiggly.
  • Bread will puff in oven and sink as it cools. Wait 5 minutes before slicing and enjoying!

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Notes

  • Want to add in raisins or chocolate chips? Sprinkle them on top of the bread, tucking gently into the layers to prevent burning, before adding the milk mixture. If you want plumper raisins, soak them in warm water or rum for 10 minutes first!
  • No need to make a separate sauce! This recipe include a built-in vanilla butter sauce on the bottom of the bread pudding.
  • Can’t find a brioche loaf? You can use brioche rolls or a challah loaf!
  • Need to use dairy-free milk? No problem. Just make sure it’s unsweetened.
  • Browning too quickly? Loosely lay a piece of foil on top towards the end of baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 564IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg