Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding
Indulge in the warmth of Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding, a nostalgic dessert that brings comfort to every gathering. This delightful recipe features soft bread soaked in a rich vanilla custard, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience with each bite. Topped with a luscious homemade caramel sauce, this pudding is perfect for cozy evenings or festive occasions. Whether served warm or chilled, it offers endless possibilities for customization with your favorite fruits or nuts. Enjoy the sweet embrace of this classic treat, and create cherished memories as you savor its timeless flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8 portions 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed white bread
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- ¼ cup raisins
- ¼ cup softened butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- For Caramel Sauce: ¼ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cubed bread and raisins.
- Heat milk and butter in a saucepan until melted; pour over the bread mixture and let soak for 10 minutes.
- Add sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and nutmeg to the soaked bread; mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- For caramel sauce, mix equal parts of butter and sugars in another saucepan over medium heat until thickened; drizzle over warm pudding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg