Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
Indulge in the comforting delight of Custard Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce, a timeless dessert that combines creamy custard and rich bread in every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to impress everyone at the table. With its golden top and luscious vanilla sauce, it’s a sweet treat that brings warmth and happiness to any occasion. Best of all, it’s easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for both novice cooks and seasoned bakers alike. Enjoy it warm for breakfast or let it chill for a refreshing dessert later on—no matter how you serve it, this custard bread pudding will become a cherished favorite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately eight people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz loaf of French bread
- 3 ¾ cups whole milk
- 1 ½ cup heavy cream
- 7 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cup sugar
- Optional: zest of 1/2 an orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the French bread into cubes and let them sit out to dry slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, cream, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold the bread cubes into the custard mixture until fully coated.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and bake for about 45 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- While baking, prepare the vanilla sauce by warming sugar, cream, and vanilla in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
- Let the pudding cool slightly before serving with the warm vanilla sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 220mg