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Old-Fashioned Vanilla Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Old-Fashioned Vanilla Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce is a comforting classic dessert that combines soft, soaked bread cubes with a sweet vanilla custard base, studded with raisins, and topped with a rich, buttery caramel sauce. Perfectly baked to a golden brown, this indulgent dish offers warm vanilla flavor and a luscious caramel finish, making it an ideal treat for cozy evenings or festive occasions.

Ingredients

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Bread Pudding

  • 4 cups cubed white bread (approximately 8 slices, cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 2 cups milk
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup butter (softened)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Caramel Sauce

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (firmly packed)
  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pudding.
  2. Soak Bread: In a large bowl, combine the cubed white bread and raisins. In a saucepan, heat the milk and softened butter together until the butter melts fully; then pour this warm mixture over the bread cubes. Let this soak for about 10 minutes until the bread absorbs the liquid.
  3. Mix Ingredients: Add granulated sugar, lightly beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg into the soaked bread mixture. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients and create the custard base.
  4. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a casserole dish that holds at least 1 ½ quarts capacity, then transfer the combined bread mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
  5. Bake Pudding: Place the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 40–50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is firm. To check doneness, insert a knife or toothpick; if it comes out clean, the pudding is ready.
  6. Make Caramel Sauce: While the pudding bakes, prepare the caramel sauce by mixing butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously as the mixture thickens and begins to boil, around 5–8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the heavy whipping cream until smooth.
  7. Serve: Once the pudding is out of the oven and slightly cooled, drizzle the warm caramel sauce over each serving. Optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added richness.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the nutmeg or substitute with cinnamon if desired.
  • Use day-old bread for better texture and absorption in the pudding.
  • Ensure the caramel sauce does not burn by stirring constantly while heating.
  • The bread pudding can be made a day ahead and reheated in the oven.

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/old-fashioned-vanilla-bread-pudding-with-caramel-sauce-recipe/