Indulge in the delightful flavors of bread pudding with vanilla sauce, a traditional dessert perfect for any occasion! This versatile treat can be served warm or cold, making it a great choice for brunch, tea parties, or holiday dinners. Try this simple bread pudding recipe at home, and you’ll love it!
Tips for Perfect Bread Pudding:
- Choose Your Bread: Use any bread you prefer, though white or stale bread works best for texture.
- Avoid Fresh Bread: Fresh bread absorbs liquid too quickly, leading to a dry and mushy pudding. Day-old or stale bread maintains the right consistency.
- Serve with Sauce: While vanilla sauce is classic, consider caramel or chocolate sauce for added flavor.
- Add Texture: Enhance your pudding with raisins, dried mulberries, or nuts for a unique twist.
Storage Instructions
Store leftover bread pudding in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. The vanilla sauce can also be stored for up to 2 days for later use. Enjoy this delicious dessert!
Ingredients
- For the Bread Pudding:
- 8 slices of white or French bread
- 2 cups milk
- 2 whole eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- For the Vanilla Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup half-and-half
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
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Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Cut the bread slices into equal-sized cubes and place them in a greased baking pan.
- Mix the Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, crack the eggs and add milk, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
- Soak the Bread: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring they are thoroughly soaked.
- Bake: Place the baking pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Prepare the Vanilla Sauce: In a saucepan, combine half-and-half, sugar, and butter. Heat over medium until it comes to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 7 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
- Add Vanilla: Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Rest the Pudding: After baking, take the bread pudding out of the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Serve: Scoop the bread pudding onto serving plates and generously drizzle with vanilla sauce. Enjoy this delightful dessert!
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