Classic New Orleans Bread Pudding
Classic New Orleans Bread Pudding is a comforting dessert that brings warmth and joy to any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into a rich, custardy delight, perfectly infused with cinnamon and vanilla. Topped with a warm sauce, each bite is a celebration of flavor and nostalgia. Whether served at family gatherings or enjoyed on cozy evenings, this bread pudding will quickly become a cherished favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups day-old French bread, cubed
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup raisins or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cube the day-old French bread into one-inch pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Gently fold in the cubed bread until coated with the custard mixture. Add raisins or pecans if desired.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with a warm sauce made from sugar mixed with water or fruit juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg