There’s nothing quite like Grandma’s old-fashioned bread pudding! This classic homemade dessert transforms simple day-old bread into a warm, soft, and delicious treat filled with comforting cinnamon and vanilla flavors.
Topped with a rich, warm vanilla sauce, every bite is pure nostalgia. It’s the perfect way to use leftover bread and create a dessert your whole family will love. ❤️
🛒 Ingredients
For the Bread Pudding:
- 🍞 6 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 🥛 2 cups whole milk
- 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
- 🥚 3 large eggs
- 🍚 ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 🧈 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 🌿 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 🍂 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 🧂 ¼ teaspoon salt
- 🍇 ½ cup raisins (optional)
For the Warm Vanilla Sauce:
- 🧈 4 tablespoons butter
- 🍚 ½ cup granulated sugar
- 🥛 ½ cup heavy cream
- 🌿 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Bread
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter. Place the cubed day-old bread into the dish and sprinkle with raisins if desired.
2. Make the Custard
In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
3. Combine
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes. Gently press the bread down so it absorbs the liquid. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
4. Bake
Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
5. Make the Vanilla Sauce
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the sugar and heavy cream. Cook gently for 3–5 minutes, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Serve
Pour the warm vanilla sauce over the bread pudding and serve while deliciously warm.
🍮 Grandma’s Special Tip
For the best texture, use slightly stale bread. Brioche, French bread, or classic white bread all work beautifully.
Enjoy this timeless homemade dessert with your favorite cup of coffee or tea! ❤️