Bread pudding is a beloved dessert known for its soft, custardy texture and warm flavors. This classic bread pudding, topped with a creamy vanilla custard sauce, is the perfect comfort food dessert. It’s a great way to use leftover bread, transforming it into a rich, satisfying dish.
Classic Bread Pudding with Vanilla Custard Recipe
Servings: 6-8
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients:
For the Bread Pudding:
- 6 cups day-old bread (e.g., brioche, French bread), cubed
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
For the Vanilla Custard Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for a thicker custard)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract