Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding Recipe

Elevate your bread pudding with this luscious vanilla sauce! While it requires a bit of simmering time to achieve the perfect creamy thickness, the wait is absolutely worth it. This rich and flavorful sauce is incredibly easy to make and adds a touch of elegance to your dessert.

Prep Time 2 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 322.6 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding

1 cup water
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter
Vanilla Extract
Pinch of salt

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How to Make Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding

In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a rolling boil.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until no lumps remain.
Gradually whisk the sugar and cornstarch mixture into the boiling water.
Reduce heat to medium-low and whisk constantly for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to a smooth, pourable consistency.
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) of unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the butter is completely melted and incorporated.
Serve warm over your favorite bread pudding.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

201g

Fat

36g

Carbs

18g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Occasion For 1 Or 2 Low Protein Desserts Easy Dietary Low Sodium Seasonal Low In Something Number Of Servings

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding?

Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding takes about 12 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding?

Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding has approximately 322.6 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding?

The key ingredients for Vanilla Sauce For Bread Pudding are Water, Sugar, Cornstarch, Butter, Vanilla Extract, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.