Southern Bread Pudding

Southern Bread Pudding
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    27

Indulge in the comforting embrace of Southern Bread Pudding. This timeless dessert, steeped in tradition, offers a symphony of textures and flavors. Fluffy bread mingles with a rich, creamy custard, infused with warm spices and a hint of vanilla. It's a heartwarming classic perfect for any occasion.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    41 g
  • Cholesterol
    112 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    215 mg
  • Sugar
    29 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Generously butter a 9-inch square baking dish. (5 minutes)

02

Step
10 mins

Arrange half of the bread cubes evenly in the prepared dish. Scatter the plumped raisins over the bread. Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg. Top with the remaining bread cubes. Sprinkle again with cinnamon and nutmeg. Drizzle evenly with the melted butter. (10 minutes)

03

Step
5 mins

In a large bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined and the sugar is dissolved. Gently pour the custard mixture over the bread, ensuring all cubes are moistened. Press down lightly on the bread with a fork to encourage saturation. (5 minutes)

04

Step
5 mins

Place the baking dish inside a larger baking pan. Carefully pour boiling water into the larger pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the baking dish (creating a water bath). (5 minutes)

05

Step
1 hrs

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean. The top should be golden brown. (60 minutes)

06

Step
15 mins

Remove the baking dish from the water bath and let cool slightly before serving. (15 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a splash of bourbon or rum to the custard mixture.
Use day-old bread for best results. It will soak up the custard more effectively.
Feel free to substitute other dried fruits, such as cranberries or chopped dates, for the raisins.
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra decadent treat.

Joaquin Green

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 9 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Ward Walker

    This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and tastes just like my grandma's bread pudding.

  • Rebeca Carroll

    My family devoured this! I'll definitely be making it again soon.

  • Jeramie Walsh

    I added a bit of nutmeg and it was amazing! The water bath is key for a creamy texture.

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