Old Fashioned Bread Pudding: The Best Recipe with Vanilla Sauce
Experience the warm, comforting flavors of Old Fashioned Bread Pudding with a rich vanilla sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed stale bread
- 2 cups milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread and milk, allowing it to soak for about 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix the egg mixture into the soaked bread, stirring until evenly combined. Fold in the raisins if using.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until set and golden brown on top.
Notes
- Serve warm with vanilla sauce drizzled on top.
- For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped nuts.