Ingredients
For the Bread Pudding:
- 6 cups stale bread, cubed (French bread or brioche works great)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
For the Vanilla Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
For the Bread Pudding:
- Preheat Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Soak the Bread: Place bread cubes in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, cream, eggs, sugars, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pour over the bread and let sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb.
- Assemble: Gently stir in raisins (if using) and transfer to the baking dish.
- Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
For the Vanilla Sauce:
- Melt Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in sugars and cream. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until smooth and thickened.
- Finish: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve: Drizzle warm sauce over the bread pudding.
Would you like me to add tips for making it extra moist or ideas for variations, like adding bourbon or chocolate chips? 🍞✨