Introduction
Warm, soft, and filled with cozy flavor, this bread pudding is the ultimate comfort dessert. Made with golden baked bread cubes, sweet raisins, and a rich vanilla cream sauce poured generously over the top, every bite melts in your mouth. It’s a classic homemade treat that transforms simple ingredients into something incredibly special.
Ingredients
6 cups bread cubes
2 cups milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup raisins
2 tablespoons melted butter
For the Vanilla Cream Sauce
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instruction
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a baking dish with butter.
Place bread cubes into the dish and sprinkle raisins evenly over the top.
In a bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Pour the mixture over the bread cubes and gently press the bread down so it absorbs the liquid.
Drizzle melted butter over the top.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
For the sauce, combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, butter, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk continuously until smooth, thick, and creamy.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Serve warm bread pudding topped with vanilla cream sauce.
Method
The bread absorbs the rich custard mixture before baking, creating a soft and creamy texture inside with a lightly crisp golden top. Raisins add bursts of sweetness while the vanilla sauce brings a silky finish that makes the dessert extra indulgent.
Benifits
Comforting and filling dessert
Great way to use leftover bread
Rich in flavor and texture
Perfect for family gatherings and holidays
Easy to customize with nuts or fruits
Nutrition
Contains carbohydrates for energy
Provides calcium from milk and cream
Eggs add protein
Raisins provide natural sweetness and fiber
Tips
Use day-old bread for the best texture.
Brioche or challah bread makes the pudding extra rich.
Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
Serve warm for the most delicious flavor.
A sprinkle of cinnamon on top adds extra warmth.
Conclusion
This bread pudding with vanilla cream sauce is rich, cozy, and absolutely irresistible. From the soft custard-soaked bread to the creamy vanilla topping, it’s the kind of dessert that brings comfort with every spoonful. Perfect for holidays, weekends, or anytime you want a warm homemade treat.