Bread Pudding
Bread pudding recipes have evolved and become popular in various cultures, each adding their own unique twists and flavors.
Ingredients
- 6 cups stale bread cubes (about 8-10 slices of bread)
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup raisins or other dried fruits (optional)
- Butter or cooking spray for greasing the baking dish
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well blended.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well blended.
- Add the stale bread cubes to the bowl, ensuring they are evenly coated with the milk mixture. Allow the bread to soak for 10-15 minutes until it becomes soft and absorbs the liquid.
- If desired, add raisins or other dried fruits to the bread mixture and gently fold them in.
- Transfer the bread mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set. Check for doneness by inserting a knife into the center – it should come out clean.
- Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving
- Serve the bread pudding warm, either on its own or with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Notes
It was created as a way to repurpose leftover stale bread, transforming it into a delicious and satisfying dessert. Over time, bread pudding recipes have evolved and become popular in various cultures, each adding their own unique twists and flavors.