Bread Pudding: The Best Old-Fashioned Dessert Made with Simple Ingredients
This classic Bread Pudding recipe transforms day-old bread into a rich, comforting dessert with cinnamon, vanilla, and a creamy custard base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
6 slices day-old bread, torn into small pieces
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
2 cups milk
3/4 cup white sugar
4 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Place bread pieces into an 8-inch square baking dish
3. Drizzle melted butter over bread
4. Sprinkle raisins over top if using
5. Whisk milk, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla together
6. Pour custard mixture over bread
7. Press bread gently with a fork until soaked
8. Bake for 45 minutes until golden brown
9. Remove from oven and cool slightly
10. Serve warm with ice cream or caramel sauce if desired
Notes
Brioche, challah, French bread, or sourdough work best
Add nutmeg or bourbon extract for extra flavor
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Freeze for up to 3 months