Bread Pudding Recipe

This classic bread pudding recipe is warm, comforting, and filled with rich, custardy flavor. Made with day-old bread, milk, eggs, and cinnamon, it’s a timeless dessert that transforms simple ingredients into something irresistibly delicious. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, it’s best served warm with a drizzle of milk or ice cream on top. Find more healthy and tasty Bread Pudding Recipe ideas here.

Ingredients

6 slices day-old bread, torn into small pieces
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ cup raisins (optional)
2 cups milk
¾ cup white sugar
4 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place bread pieces in an 8-inch square baking dish.
Drizzle melted butter over the bread and sprinkle raisins on top if desired.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together milk, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla until well combined.
Pour this mixture over the bread, pressing gently with a fork so all pieces soak up the custard.
Bake for about 45 minutes, or until golden brown and set in the center.
Serve warm, optionally topped with a drizzle of caramel or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12
Yield: 1 (8-inch square) pan