Recipe: Classic French Bread Pudding 🥖🍮
Cook Time: 50 minutes | Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the timeless comfort of a classic French bread pudding. This recipe, inspired by the renowned Paul Martin Cook Book, captures the essence of European dessert elegance, perfect for a weeknight treat. Baked to golden perfection in the oven, this luscious pudding combines the rich flavors of butter, eggs, sugar, and aromatic cinnamon, all harmonized with the delicate essence of vanilla. Serve warm with a dollop of jam for a truly exquisite culinary experience.
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of bread (crust removed)
- 3-4 tablespoons of butter
- 4 cups of milk
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
- Jam (for serving)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2 | Prepare Bread: Cut the bread crumb into 1 ½-inch squares and butter one side of each square. |
| 3 | Heat Milk: In a saucepan, bring the milk to a near boil, ensuring it doesn’t bubble. |
| 4 | Mix Eggs Mixture: Using an electric mixer, blend the eggs, sugar, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined. |
| 5 | Combine Ingredients: Pour the egg mixture into the hot milk, stirring continuously until the sugar is dissolved. |
| 6 | Assemble Pudding: Arrange the buttered bread squares, butter side down, in a large enamel baking dish. Pour the milk mixture over the bread, ensuring all pieces are coated evenly. |
| 7 | Bake in Water Bath: Place the baking dish into a larger pan and fill the pan with about 2 inches of warm water. This creates a gentle water bath for even baking. |
| 8 | Bake: Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown on top. |
| 9 | Add Jam: Spread a layer of jam over the top of the pudding and return it to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the jam to melt slightly. |
| 10 | Cool and Serve: Remove the bread pudding from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, portioned into bowls, and enjoy the delightful flavors of this classic French dessert. |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 269.6
- Total Fat: 15.1g
- Saturated Fat: 8.4g
- Cholesterol: 179mg
- Sodium: 172.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 24.8g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 13.5g
- Protein: 9.7g
Recipe Notes:
- For added decadence, consider serving the bread pudding with a drizzle of warm caramel sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Leftover bread pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
- Experiment with different types of bread for varied textures and flavors. Brioche or challah bread work particularly well for a richer, more indulgent pudding.
Enjoy the simple pleasure of homemade bread pudding with this delightful recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite!
