Golden Bread Pudding Recipe

This award-winning Golden Bread Pudding recipe has been a family favorite for decades! It's incredibly easy to make, transforming stale bread into a decadent, custard-soaked treat. Use any bread you like (except rye and pumpernickel) for a unique flavor experience every time. Perfectly spiced and creamy, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, especially served warm with a dollop of whipped cream. Get ready to elevate your dessert game!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 345.3 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Golden Bread Pudding

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How to Make Golden Bread Pudding

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Cube 4 cups of stale bread into 1-inch pieces. Place in the prepared pan.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup of whole milk, 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  5. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are moistened. Gently press down on the bread to submerge it.
  6. Let the bread soak in the custard for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown on top. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
  8. Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving.
  9. Serve warm or chilled, topped with whipped cream (highly recommended!).
  10. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

157g

Fat

35g

Carbs

15g