Best 2 Grandmas Bread Pudding Recipes

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Bread pudding is a classic comfort food dessert that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover bread, and it can be made with a variety of different ingredients to suit your taste. This article offers three delicious bread pudding recipes: a classic bread pudding, a chocolate bread pudding, and a bread pudding with fruit. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and a list of ingredients, making it easy for you to create these delicious desserts in your own kitchen. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, you are sure to find a bread pudding recipe in this article that you will love. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get baking!

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GRANDMOTHER'S BREAD PUDDING WITH LEMON SAUCE



Grandmother's Bread Pudding with Lemon Sauce image

Comforting is the best way to describe this lovely, flavorful bread pudding. And the drizzle of tangy lemon sauce offers a little zing!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

5 large eggs
3 cups 2% milk
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 cups cubed day-old white bread
4 cups cubed day-old wheat bread
1/3 cup raisins
LEMON SAUCE:
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2-1/4 cups cold water
3 egg yolks, beaten
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Stir in bread cubes and raisins. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean., For sauce, combine the sugar, cornstarch, salt and water in a large saucepan until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. , Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. , Remove from the heat; gently stir in lemon juice and butter. Serve with bread pudding. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

GRANDMA'S OLD FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING WITH VANILLA SAUCE RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Grandma's Old Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by francesn

Number Of Ingredients 15

PUDDING:
4 cups white bread, cubed, about 8 slices
1/2 cup raisins
2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
SAUCE:
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon vanilla

Steps:

  • PUDDING: Heat oven to 350°F. Combine bread and raisins in large bowl. Combine milk and 1/4 cup butter in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted, about 4 to 7 minutes. Pour milk mixture over bread; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in all remaining pudding ingredients. Pour into greased 1 1/2-quart casserole. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until set in center. SAUCE: Combine all sauce ingredients except vanilla in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until mixture thickens and comes to a full boil, about 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in vanilla. To serve, spoon warm pudding into individual dessert dishes; serve with sauce. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh bread, milk, eggs, and spices will make a big difference in the flavor of your bread pudding.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bread pudding tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the bread pudding in a water bath. This will help prevent the pudding from becoming dry.
  • Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving. This will help the pudding set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Bread pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a classic bread pudding that your whole family will love. So next time you have some leftover bread, don't throw it away! Make bread pudding instead.

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