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Easy Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding Recipe

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This easy old-fashioned bread pudding is a cozy, custardy dessert made with simple pantry staples. With soft, cinnamon-spiced bread cubes and a golden top, it’s perfect for using up stale bread and makes a nostalgic treat for any occasion.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 6 slices stale bread, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 4 to 5 cups)
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
  • Optional brown sugar butter drizzle:
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter.
  2. Place bread cubes evenly in the dish. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and drizzle over the bread.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Pour custard mixture evenly over the bread, gently pressing down to soak. Add raisins if using.
  5. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until the top is golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
  6. For the drizzle (optional), melt butter in a saucepan until lightly browned. Reduce heat and stir in brown sugar and milk or cream. Simmer for 1–2 minutes, then stir in vanilla.
  7. Spoon drizzle over warm bread pudding before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • Use stale or lightly toasted bread to prevent sogginess.
  • Bread pudding can be served warm or cold.
  • The brown sugar drizzle is optional but adds a lovely richness.
  • You can make it ahead and reheat before serving.
  • Add-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruit, or citrus zest can enhance flavor.

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