The Best Bread Pudding

The Best Bread Pudding

When it comes to easy recipes this Bread Pudding couldn't get any simpler. Filled with cinnamon and nutmeg this makes the perfect breakfast or dessert recipe. 

Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz loaf French bread
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 Tbs flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 Tbs butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350.

  2. 2

    Spray a 9"x13" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

  3. 3

    Cut bread into 1"-2" squares and add to large bowl.

  4. 4

    In another bowl whisk together your milk, cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg until combined.

  5. 5

    Pour over bread and stir gently to coat, let soak for about 20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Spread into baking dish and bake in oven for about 50-60 minutes until center is set.

  7. 7

    In saucepan whisk together sugar, flour and heavy cream until combined.

  8. 8

    Add in your butter and heat on medium until butter melts and liquid starts to boil.

  9. 9

    Whisk until thickened slightly then remove from heat and stir in vanilla.

The Best Bread Pudding

The Best Bread Pudding

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About this Recipe

Craving a comforting classic that's as simple to make as it is delightful to eat? This recipe for The Best Bread Pudding delivers a heartwarming dish, perfect for either a cozy breakfast or an indulgent dessert, featuring the beloved spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. It's an easy recipe, meaning less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying delicious results.

This recipe truly works its magic by transforming readily available ingredients into a dish that feels both elegant and down-to-earth. The combination of French bread, rich dairy, and fragrant spices creates a deeply satisfying base. The simplicity of its preparation, despite its impressive flavor profile, is what makes it a go-to for home cooks seeking both comfort and ease.

Prepare to enjoy a wonderfully warm and tender bread pudding with every bite. You'll discover a harmonious blend of sweet, creamy notes, beautifully complemented by the aromatic warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg. The texture is moist and yielding, with the bread perfectly saturated yet holding its form, inviting you to savor each spoonful. This is a substantial, fulfilling dish that truly nourishes the soul and leaves you feeling completely content.

While this recipe specifically calls for a loaf of French bread, the principles of bread pudding often allow for versatility in your choice of day-old bread. You can also adjust the amounts of cinnamon and nutmeg to suit your personal preference for a bolder or more subtle spice profile. This flexibility allows you to tailor the classic flavors to your own liking.

Serve The Best Bread Pudding warm, perhaps alongside its accompanying rich, buttery sauce, for an unparalleled experience. It's an adaptable dish that shines equally bright as a special occasion breakfast treat or a comforting end to any family meal.

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