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Best Easy Vanilla Bread Pudding Recipe

A soft, custardy vanilla bread pudding with a golden top and rich classic flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Bread Pudding
  • 6 cups brioche or French bread cubes day-old
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 eggs large
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease baking dish.
  2. Place bread cubes in prepared dish.
  3. Whisk milk, cream, eggs, sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt.
  4. Pour mixture over bread and press gently.
  5. Let soak 15–20 minutes.
  6. Bake 40–45 minutes until golden and set.
  7. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra richness, drizzle with vanilla sauce before serving.