Name: Best Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 cups stale bread, torn into bite-sized pieces; 4 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 4 large eggs, beaten; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional); Powdered sugar for dusting (optional); 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; A pinch of salt

Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with our Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce recipe. This classic treat combines the rich, custard-soaked bread with a homemade, silky vanilla sauce for a delightful finish. Perfect for cozy nights in or as an elegant finale to your dinner parties, this recipe promises to impress. Featuring simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, it’s a foolproof path to a heartwarming dessert that everyone will love. Elevate your dessert game with this timeless recipe that’s as satisfying to make as it is to devour.

Ingredients

For the Bread Pudding:

8 cups stale bread, torn into bite-sized pieces

4 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

4 large eggs, beaten

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)

Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

For the Vanilla Sauce:

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

A pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
In a large bowl, soak the bread in milk and cream for 10-15 minutes.
Combine eggs, sugar, butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional raisins or cranberries in a separate bowl.
Pour the egg mixture over the bread, fold gently, and transfer to the baking dish.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
For the sauce, heat sugar, butter, cream, vanilla, and salt in a saucepan until smooth. Serve warm over the pudding.

Notes

Stale bread works best for soaking up the custard without becoming soggy.

Customize with your favorite mix-ins or spices for a personalized touch.

The vanilla sauce can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Bread Pudding Recipe, Vanilla Sauce, Comfort Dessert, Easy Bread Pudding, Classic Dessert Recipes, Homemade Vanilla Sauce, Custard Dessert