ELEGANT BREAD PUDDING

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At holiday potlucks, our whole family looks forward to my sister-in-law bringing this best-of-the-season dessert. The scrumptious caramel sauce is a unique touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 cups cubed croissants or French bread
1/2 cup raisins
8 large eggs
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
CARAMEL SAUCE:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Arrange bread cubes evenly in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with raisins. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, half-and-half cream, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and orange zest; pour over bread. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. , For sauce, in a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and whipping cream; cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Serve bread pudding in bowls with caramel sauce and whipped cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Fang Perreand
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This recipe is a must-try for any bread pudding lover.


Dianne Goodwin
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I'll definitely be making this bread pudding again.


alao adebisi
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This bread pudding is amazing! It's the best I've ever had.


Noorul hadi
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Ahmad King
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This bread pudding is delicious! I made it for a brunch party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Kk Okm
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I'm not usually a big fan of bread pudding, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the raisins and walnuts add a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


DescHavelVEVO
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This bread pudding is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, moist, and flavorful. I love serving it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.


mamoon rasheed
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I've made this bread pudding several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use up leftover bread and turn it into something so special.


Eric Malyshevskiy
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I had a bunch of leftover bread and didn't know what to do with it. This bread pudding turned out amazing and it's a great way to use up leftover bread.


Gugua Gugas
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I made this bread pudding for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and I got so many compliments. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe!


Suraj Raidash
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This bread pudding is delicious! The texture is perfect and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of spices and the sweetness of the raisins. It's a great dessert for any occasion.


Chidiebere Christian
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Followed the recipe exactly and the bread pudding came out perfect. It's so moist and flavorful. I'm a big fan of bread pudding and this is one of the best I've ever had.


Md Maruf Hossen
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Just wanted to say that this recipe is a keeper! The bread pudding turned out amazing, and it was a huge hit with my family and friends. Thank you for sharing!


Lupita Tiscareno
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This bread pudding is a game-changer! It's incredibly moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. I especially love the addition of raisins and walnuts, which add a nice textural contrast. Will definitely be making this again!