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Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding

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A classic, comforting bread pudding recipe made with simple pantry ingredients and day-old bread. Perfect for a budget-friendly, make-ahead dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups stale bread, cubed
  • 4 cups milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
  • Butter for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Place the cubed stale bread in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  4. Pour the milk mixture over the bread cubes. Gently press the bread down to ensure it is submerged. Let it soak for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes, to soften.
  5. If using raisins, stir them into the bread mixture.
  6. Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
  8. Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving. It is best served warm.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use a mix of milk and cream.
  • If your bread is very dry, you may need to let it soak a little longer.
  • Serve warm with your favorite sauce, such as vanilla sauce or caramel sauce.
  • This dessert can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

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