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Old Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
Alyssa

Old Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

Enjoy Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce—a comforting dessert made with stale bread, eggs, and warm vanilla goodness. A classic treat.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 slices stale bread cubed - The foundation of the dish, stale bread absorbs the custard beautifully, providing the desired texture.
  • 4 large eggs - Acts as a binding agent that adds richness and helps set the pudding.
  • 2 cups milk - Provides creaminess and moisture integral for a smooth custard.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar - Adds sweetness to the pudding balancing the flavors.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract - Infuses the pudding with a delightful aroma and flavor.
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon - Offers a warm spice note that complements the sweetness of the pudding.
  • ¼ tsp salt - Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
  • Butter - Used for greasing the baking dish helps the pudding achieve a lovely golden crust.

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter.
  2. Prepare the Bread: Take 8 slices of stale bread and cut them into cubes, then evenly spread the cubes in the greased baking dish.
  3. Make the Custard: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 cups of milk, ½ cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  4. Soak the Bread: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring that all pieces are well-soaked.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown. You’ll know it’s ready when it springs back slightly when touched.
  6. Prepare Vanilla Sauce (Optional): While the pudding is baking, prepare the vanilla sauce by heating 1 cup of milk and ½ cup of sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves, then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  7. Serve: Once baked, let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving warm. Drizzle the vanilla sauce over each serving or serve it on the side for guests to add as desired.