Bread Pudding Recipe

What is Pudding?

Pudding is a type of food that varies depending on the ingredients used but is relatively similar in softness and texture. They are commonly known as sweet desserts of milk or fruit juice variously flavored and thickened with cornstarch, flour, tapioca, rice, bread, or eggs. Because of the airy texture and the right amount of sweetness, pudding tends to be a popular dessert in Asia.

One of its many types is bread pudding which combines our love for carbs and sweets! If you want to know how to make your own bread pudding, here’s an easy step-by-step recipe on how you can make a classic bread pudding:

Ingredients

6 cups cubed stale bread (preferably French or brioche) 

2 cups fresh milk 

1 cup heavy cream 

1 cup granulated sugar 

4 large eggs 

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 

1/4 cup melted unsalted butter 

1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Preparation

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). 
2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. 
3. Place 6 cups cubed stale bread into the baking dish. 
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups fresh milk, 1 cup heavy cream, and 1 cup granulated sugar. 
5. Add 4 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg. 
6. Whisk until well combined. 
7. Pour the wet mixture over the cubed bread in the baking dish. 
8. Gently press the bread down to ensure it absorbs the liquid. 
9. Let it soak for about 10-15 minutes. 
10. If using, sprinkle 1/2 cup raisins evenly over the soaked bread. 
11. Drizzle 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter over the top. 
12. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. 
13. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 
14. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. 
15. Serve warm or at room temperature. You may top it off with a drizzle of caramel sauce, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a dollop of whipped cream.

Don’t have the time to make bread pudding from scratch? Kucai’s Kitchen offers bread pudding per tub or tray! It’s made with freshly baked bread and uses locally sourced ingredients such as milk, eggs, sugar, and butter. It makes a great option if you’re a first-time baker and don’t want to risk the outcome!