Sugar Topped Chocolate Bread Pudding Recipe

Name: Sugar Topped Chocolate Bread Pudding
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 80 min
Total time: 100 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Whipping Cream; 2 ½ cups granulated sugar; 1 cup whole milk; Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips; 2 large eggs; Vanilla Extract; French Bread

Indulge in this decadent Sugar Topped Chocolate Bread Pudding, a recipe straight from the March 2003 edition of Bon Appetit and famously served at the Red Fish Grill in New Orleans! Imagine the rich, creamy chocolate custard, studded with melty chocolate chips, and topped with a perfectly crunchy sugar crust. This show-stopping dessert is guaranteed to impress – perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion. (Not low in calories!)

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 80 mins

Calories 946.1 kcal

Protein 44g

Rating 4.5 (11 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Sugar Topped Chocolate Bread Pudding

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
Lightly spray a 1 ½-quart shallow baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
In a saucepan, combine ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 cup heavy cream, and 1 cup whole milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
In a large bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until blended.
Slowly whisk the warm chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
Let the custard cool for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the eggs from cooking.
Add 4 cups cubed stale bread (challah, brioche, or day-old bread work well) and ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips to the custard mixture.
Gently toss to coat the bread evenly.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle evenly with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown and crunchy. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs attached.
Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving warm. Enjoy!