Description
Relive the warmth of homemade tradition with Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding, topped with a creamy vanilla sauce. Perfect for cozy nights or festive occasions, this easy dessert transforms pantry staples into a rich, custardy treat that’s pure comfort.
Ingredients
Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce Recipe Schema
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Relive the warmth of homemade tradition with Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding, topped with a creamy vanilla sauce. Perfect for cozy nights or festive occasions, this easy dessert transforms pantry staples into a rich, custardy treat that’s pure comfort.
Ingredients
For the Bread Pudding:
- 6 cups cubed day-old bread
- 2 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
For the Vanilla Sauce:
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Bread Pudding:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- Place cubed bread into the prepared dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour over the bread, ensuring every piece is soaked.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Make Vanilla Sauce:
- Heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming.
- In a small bowl, mix sugar and cornstarch. Whisk into the milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
- In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg yolk. Gradually add hot milk to temper the yolk, then return the mixture to the saucepan.
- Stir in vanilla extract and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve:
- Drizzle the vanilla sauce over warm bread pudding and enjo
Notes
- Use sturdy day-old bread such as French, brioche, or challah.
- Temper the egg yolk carefully to prevent curdling in the sauce.
- Customize with fruits, nuts, or spices for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: : 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
