CHEF POINT CAFé BREAD PUDDING RECIPE - (4.1/5)

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Chef Point Café Bread Pudding Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by lauramae

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1-pound, 6-ounce) loaf Texas toast bread, divided
1 (15-ounce) loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups milk
2 cups sugar
4 Eggs
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cognac Sauce (recipe follows)
Makes about 13/4 cups
1/2 cup butter
1 cup sugar
2 cups water, divided
2 tablespoons cognac

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Generously spray a deep 13x9-inch baking dish with baking spray. Layer half of Texas toast slices in bottom of prepared pan. Top with cubed French bread. In a large bowl, whisk together cream, half-and-half, milk, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Divide mixture in half. Pour half of cream mixture over bread. Lightly press bread with hands, making sure French bread is soaked. Place remaining Texas toast slices on French bread cubes. Gradually pour remaining cream mixture on Texas toast layer. Press with hands, making sure to soak bread completely. Spray tops of bread cubes heavily with baking spray. Cover the bread with plastic wrap, then cover with aluminum foil. Place baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour water on baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour.Remove from oven, and allow to set in refrigerator for 2 hours. Reheat in a 300°F oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until warm. Cut, and serve topped with Cognac Sauce. Cognac Sauce Makes about 13/4 cups 1/2 cup butter 1 cup sugar 2 cups water, divided 2 tablespoons cognac Combine butter, sugar, and 11/2 cups water in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Boil until reduced by half, about 25 minutes. Add cognac and remaining 1/2 cup water. Whisk mixture, and return to a boil. Remove from heat and gradually cool down by whisking.

william inman
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This bread pudding was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Connor Dwyer
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I've made this bread pudding several times and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I love the way the bread soaks up the custard and becomes so moist and delicious.


Msajid sajid
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This was my first time making bread pudding and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. The bread pudding was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Dilkumari Paudel
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I made this bread pudding for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the raisins and nuts. They added a nice touch of flavor and texture.


Link Liink
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This bread pudding was easy to make and turned out great! The bread was perfectly moist and the custard was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


Dennis Smith
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I've never been a big fan of bread pudding, but this recipe changed my mind! It was so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Wanda Garcia
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This bread pudding was a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add more milk or cream next time.


Asamoah Samuel
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I made this bread pudding for a brunch party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I will definitely be making this again.


Baba 123
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This bread pudding is amazing! The texture is perfect and the flavor is out of this world. I highly recommend this recipe.


Kahisf Kahisf
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I thought this bread pudding was just okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I was hoping for. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Qasim saith786
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This bread pudding was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Abdalla Mohamud
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I've made this bread pudding several times and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I love the way the bread soaks up the custard and becomes so moist and delicious.


Blessing Justice
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This was my first time making bread pudding and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. The bread pudding was moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Olaoluwa Samuel
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I made this bread pudding for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the cranberries and walnuts. They added a nice touch of flavor and texture.


NUZLA FAWZ
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This bread pudding was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. The bread was perfectly moist and the custard was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.