Description
Transport yourself to the comforting flavors of Grandma’s kitchen with Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce. This warm and nostalgic dessert combines tender, spiced bread pudding with a rich and creamy vanilla sauce that’s sure to delight family and friends.
Ingredients
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For the Bread Pudding:
- 6 cups cubed day-old bread
- 3 cups milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins
For the Vanilla Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Make the Bread Pudding:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Bread Base:
- Spread the cubed bread evenly in the greased baking dish.
- Heat Milk and Butter:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and butter until the butter is melted. Pour this mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring they are evenly soaked.
- Mix the Custard:
- In a bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth. Pour the mixture over the bread and milk, distributing it evenly.
- Add Raisins:
- Sprinkle raisins over the top of the bread pudding.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
Notes
- Stale or day-old bread works best as it absorbs the custard without becoming overly mushy.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra spice if desired.
- The vanilla sauce can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
