Simple Bread Pudding

Simple Bread Pudding

This recipe is proof-positive that leftover bread can easily be converted to dessert without much work. There’s room for customization here: consider adding fresh or dried fruit or a combination of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cardamom. It makes a great brunch dish, served with fresh fruit compote. Or add a handful of chocolate chips before baking for a decidedly more decadent outcome.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

    more for greasing pan, 1/4 stick

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • Pinch salt
  • 1/2 loaf sweet egg bread like challah or brioche

    cut into 2-inch cubes, about 5 to 6 cups

  • 2 eggs

    beaten

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm milk, butter, vanilla, sugar and salt. Continue cooking just until butter melts; cool. Meanwhile, butter a 4-to-6-cup baking dish and fill it with cubed bread.

  2. 2

    Add eggs to cooled milk mixture and whisk; pour mixture over bread. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until custard is set but still a little wobbly and edges of bread have browned. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Simple Bread Pudding

Simple Bread Pudding

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About this Recipe

Tired of letting that last bit of bread go to waste? This Simple Bread Pudding recipe is your answer, transforming everyday leftovers into a comforting, delicious dessert without fuss. It’s proof that some of the best treats come from the simplest origins.

What makes this recipe truly stand out is its incredible versatility and ease. By utilizing sweet egg bread like challah or brioche, you're building a foundation of richness that absorbs the creamy custard beautifully. This is a dessert that feels special, yet requires minimal effort, making it a perfect solution for repurposing bread.

Imagine a warm, tender pudding, deeply infused with sweet vanilla and milk, with a comforting, custardy texture. Each bite is a delightful combination of soft bread and rich, sweet flavor. This isn't a overly complicated dessert; it's pure, unpretentious comfort food designed to satisfy your sweet tooth and put leftover ingredients to good use. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy a sweet treat that feels both familiar and deeply satisfying.

Customization & Serving

One of the best aspects of this simple bread pudding is how easily you can make it your own. Feel free to incorporate fresh or dried fruit for bursts of flavor and texture, or elevate the spice profile with a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cardamom. For an undeniably decadent twist, fold in a handful of chocolate chips before baking.

This versatile dish makes a fantastic brunch option, especially when served alongside a vibrant fresh fruit compote. Alternatively, it stands alone as a comforting dessert, perfect for a cozy evening.

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