Marie’s White Chocolate Bread Pudding Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 1/4 cup |
| White Chocolate | 16 oz, chopped |
| Milk | 2 cups |
| Heavy Cream | 2 cups |
| Sugar | 2/3 cup |
| Vanilla Bean | 1 pod |
| Eggs | 8 |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 394.7 kcal |
| Fat Content | 29.4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g |
| Cholesterol Content | 170 mg |
| Sodium Content | 127.6 mg |
| Carbohydrate Content | 27.6 g |
| Fiber Content | 0 g |
| Sugar Content | 25.3 g |
| Protein Content | 6.5 g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bread: Begin by dicing the bread into cubes and arranging them evenly in a 2-quart baking dish. Once the bread is placed, drizzle it with melted butter, ensuring that each piece is lightly coated.
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Add the White Chocolate: Cut the white chocolate into chunks and scatter it over the bread cubes, ensuring that the chocolate pieces are well distributed among the bread.
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Make the Custard: In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and sugar. Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds, adding both the seeds and the pod to the milk mixture. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it begins to boil and the sugar has dissolved completely.
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Combine with Eggs: While the milk mixture is heating, whisk the eggs in a separate bowl. Gradually pour the hot milk and cream mixture into the eggs, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling. Avoid whisking vigorously to ensure the custard remains smooth.
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Skim the Foam: Once the custard is well mixed, use a spoon to skim off any foam that may have formed on the surface.
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Strain and Pour: Strain the custard mixture through a fine mesh sieve over the prepared bread and chocolate. This step helps remove any remaining foam or solids and ensures a smooth custard.
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Soak the Bread: Let the bread and custard mixture stand for about 10 minutes. This allows the bread cubes to absorb the custard, ensuring they soak up all the delicious flavor.
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Prepare for Baking: Place the baking dish with the bread pudding into a larger pan. Add hot water to the larger pan, about 1 inch deep, to create a water bath that will help the bread pudding cook evenly and gently.
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Bake the Pudding: Bake the bread pudding in a preheated oven at 325Β°F (163Β°C) for 45 to 60 minutes. The pudding is done when the custard is set, and the bread on top is golden brown.
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Serve and Enjoy: Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving. This rich, creamy dessert is perfect for large gatherings and pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Tips for Success:
- For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the custard mixture.
- If you prefer a more pronounced white chocolate flavor, increase the amount of white chocolate to suit your taste.
- Let the bread pudding cool for a few minutes after baking to allow the custard to set properly before serving.
Enjoy your Marie’s White Chocolate Bread Pudding β the perfect dessert to delight your guests with its creamy texture, rich white chocolate, and comforting bread base. Perfect for family gatherings or festive celebrations!
