Best 12 Warm French Bread Pudding Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable warmth of French bread pudding, a culinary masterpiece that combines the comforting flavors of bread, custard, and spices. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a sweet or savory treat, making it a perfect addition to any brunch, lunch, or dinner spread. With its crispy outer layer and tender, custardy interior, French bread pudding is a delight for the senses. This article presents a collection of carefully curated recipes that showcase the diverse possibilities of this classic dish. From traditional preparations to innovative twists, these recipes cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the comforting goodness of French bread pudding in all its glory.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH BREAD PUDDING RECIPE



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Try our delicious bread pudding with homemade vanilla sauce for a yummy dessert that's not too sweet!

Provided by Cheryl Najafi

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups French bread (5 day-old, torn into 1" cubes, 10-12 oz)
2 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted, plus extra for greasing pan)
1/2 cup pecans
4 large eggs (well beaten)
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 cup brown sugar (light)
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
1 cup brown sugar
3 Tbsp heavy cream
4 Tbsp bourbon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and generously butter an 8" square or similar-sized baking dish. Add torn bread pieces into baking dish and drizzle with melted butter. Sprinkle top with pecans and arrange to make sure they are evenly distributed.
  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add beaten eggs, half-and-half, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla and whisk until well combined and sugar is dissolved. Pour egg mixture over bread, and lightly press bread down into liquid to ensure the bread is soaking up the liquid and becoming completely saturated. Set aside for 15-20 minutes at room temperature before baking to make sure bread has soaked up as much liquid as possible.
  • Bake 45-50 minutes, or until a knife comes out clean and the custard has set. Remove from oven and cool on a rack until slightly warm or room temperature.
  • While the bread pudding is baking, make the bourbon sauce. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, heavy cream and bourbon and stir to combine. Continue to stir until all the sugar has dissolved. Set aside and keep warm. Drizzle the sauce over the bread pudding with a dollop of fresh whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 144 mg, Sodium 191 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 29 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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A classic recipe, this Old Fashioned Bread Pudding is easily made with chunks of French bread coated in a deliciously spiced custard! Perfect for a dessert, breakfast or brunch!

Provided by Brandie @ The Country Cook

Categories     Breakfast     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup salted butter
1 long loaf of French Bread
1 cup raisins
4 cups milk
4 large eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
2 Tablespoons vanilla extract
½ cup dark rum or whisky ((can use rum extract or skip it altogether))
½ cup salted butter, (melted and cooled)
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cut or rip the french loaf into bite size pieces.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the 1/2 cup of butter and brown the bread. The bread should absorb all of the butter in the pan. Stir continuously.
  • When all the butter is absorbed, pour the bread into a 2-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle the raisins evenly over the bread.
  • In a large bowl mix the milk, eggs, sugar, extract, and rum.
  • Pour over the bread and raisins in the casserole dish.
  • Bake for 1 hour, checking at the 40 minute mark. The casserole is done when the liquid is set, top has browned, and is pulling away from the sides of the casserole dish.
  • To make the glaze, combine ingredients with a whisk and pour over the warm bread pudding. Then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564 kcal, Carbohydrate 86 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 102 mg, Sodium 368 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 58 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BREAD PUDDING WITH WARM BOURBON SAUCE



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This signature dessert from New Orleans is a classic Creole dish.

Categories     Bourbon     Dairy     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Mardi Gras     Fall     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
4 cups day-old cinnamon-raisin bread with crusts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup pecans, toasted, chopped
Bourbon Sauce

Steps:

  • Butter 8-inch square baking dish. Whisk first 6 ingredients in medium bowl. Place bread and pecans in prepared dish. Pour milk mixture over and let stand 5 minutes. Push down bread into custard. Refrigerate 2 hours, pushing bread into custard occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Place bread pudding in large metal baking pan. Add enough boiling water to baking pan to come 1 inch up sides of dish with bread pudding. Bake until pudding is puffed and golden brown on top, approximately 50 minutes. Remove dish with bread pudding from water and cool slightly. Cut into squares. Serve bread pudding warm with sauce.

BEST EVER BREAD PUDDING



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The secret to incredible bread pudding with a soft middle and crisp edges starts with leftover dinner rolls. I picked up the rich brown sugar sauce recipe from my friend Kathryn Gartmann. A big drizzle of it takes this dessert over the top and really makes it the best bread pudding ever. -Maria Petrella, Taste of Home Prep Cook

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
2-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
20 dinner rolls (1-1/4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes (18 cups)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
SAUCE:
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together the first 10 ingredients until blended. Gently stir in bread. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar; let stand until bread is softened, about 15 minutes. Bake until puffed and a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes., Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar; stir until dissolved. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thickened, 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add vanilla, sea salt and baking soda, stirring well. Serve sauce with warm bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

WARM FRENCH BREAD PUDDING



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I do not know where this recipe comes from, but this is my favorite bread pudding recipe. You can use any kind of bread. I even used up some left over muffins that made this dish, the best I ever ate. Even my husband raised his eyebrows and had a big smile. My grandmother and mom made bread pudding all the time and I just love...

Provided by deb baldwin

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 stick butter, room temperature
1 c sugar
6 large eggs, room temperature
1 3/4 c milk or cream
2 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 dash(es) nutmeg
6 c sourdough french bread, cut in 1" cubes
opt: 1 cup pealed and chopped fruit (apple,peach, raisins)
topping opt: 1/2 cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • 1. Oven: preheat 350 degrees Beat butter and sugar until blended. Add eggs and blend well. Blend in milk, vanilla and spices. Mixture will look grainy.
  • 2. Lightly grease with butter a 2 quart baking dish. Put in bread cubes and fruit. Pour the milk mixture over bread. Lightly stir and let set 10 minutes. Stirring if needed.
  • 3. Cover and bake, 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for 10 minutes until top is lightly browned and pudding is set.
  • 4. Remove from oven. Pour over top the maple syrup if selected. I have not used the maple syrup topping or the fruit. I have used leftover muffins. Slice like a loafs of bread and layer into baking dish. Kind of like how you would put on a dish to serve. Pour liquid over muffins and let set for 10 minutes..I did not stir.

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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Bread pudding is a delicious treat and an even better way to reduce food waste! For this bread pudding recipe, collect the heels and any extra slices of bread you have and freeze them. When you have enough to measure six cups (this is about six slices of bread), thaw the slices and start baking this warm and comforting bread pudding.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups soft bread cubes (about 6 slices bread)
1/2 cup raisins, if desired
Whipping (heavy) cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 2-quart saucepan, heat milk and butter over medium heat until butter is melted and milk is hot.
  • In large bowl, mix eggs, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Stir in bread cubes and raisins. Stir in milk mixture. Pour into ungreased deep round pan.
  • Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean. Serve warm with whipping cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg

FRENCH BREAD PUDDING



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Make and share this French Bread Pudding recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TattooedMamaof2

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 loaf French bread, stale
1 quart milk
3 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup dried cherries
heavy cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Cut bread in 1-inch cubes and place in a bowl. Pour milk over it; let stand for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 325°F Butter the bottom and sides of a 9x13x2-inch oven-to-table baking dish.
  • In another bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla. Stir this into the bread mixture. Add the dried cherries.
  • Pour into the prepared baking dish. Bake on the middle rack of the oven for about 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool to room temperature, cover with aluminum foil, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before reheating. Reheat, covered with foil, at 325°F for 15 to 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. Pass a pitcher of cream to moisten.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.1, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 96.4, Sodium 431.6, Carbohydrate 60.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 25.7, Protein 11.3

FRENCH BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup sugar
8 Tbs. butter, softened (1 stick)
5 eggs, beaten
1 pint heavy cream (2 cups)
dash of cinnamon
1 Tbs. vanilla extract
1/4-cup raisins
12 slices of fresh or stale French bread, 1-inch thick
1 cup sugar
1 cup heavy cream or canned evaporated milk
1 cinnamon stick or dash of ground cinnamon
1 Tbs. unsalted butter or margarine
1/2-tsp. cornstarch
1 Tbs. bourbon
1/4-cup additional water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter. Add eggs, cream, cinnamon, vanilla, and raisins, mixing well. Pour into a 9-inch square pan 1-3/4 inches deep. Arrange bread slices flat in the egg mixture and let stand for 5 minutes to soak up the liquid. Turn bread over and let stand for 10 minutes longer, then push it down so it is covered by the egg mixture (do not break bread). Set pan in larger pan filled with water to 1/2-inch from top and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 45-50 minutes, uncovering pudding for the last 10 minutes to brown the top. When done, custard should be soft, not firm.
  • BOURBON SAUCE: Combine sugar, cream/evaporated milk, cinnamon, and butter/margarine in a sauce pan. Bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixed with 1/4-cup water. Cook, stirring, until sauce is clear. Remove from heat and stir in whiskey.

BREAD PUDDING WITH SOUTHERN BOURBON SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups stale French bread, cut in 3/4-inch cubes
2 cups milk
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
4 tablespoons butter, melted and slightly cooled
1/2 cup sultana raisins
2 egg yolks
1 stick butter, not margarine
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup bourbon whiskey, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place stale bread in a bowl with milk and squeeze the bread with your hand until well saturated with milk.
  • With an electric mixer on high speed in a separate bowl, beat eggs with sugar until thick and pale. Stir in the vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, butter and raisins to the egg mixture. Add the soaked bread crumbs to the egg mixture and stir well. Let stand for 10 minutes. It is important to allow enough time for the bread to absorb the egg mixture or the bread crumbs will float to the top during baking, leaving a layer of custard on the bottom of the dish.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Bake until firm, or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 45 to 50 minutes. Let it slightly cool in the dish.
  • Meanwhile, near the end of the baking time, make the sauce. With an electric mixer, beat egg yolks until thick and pale. In a saucepan, melt the butter and sugar. Pour the butter and sugar mixture over the egg yolks, beating constantly with the mixer, until well thickened. Stir in bourbon by hand. Serve the pudding warm with vanilla ice cream if desired. Pass the hot bourbon sauce separately.

FRENCH QUARTER BREAD PUDDING



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Very yummy addition to any brunch buffet. This is an old family heirloom from my French auntie. Serve with a lemon or bourbon sauce. Enjoy!

Provided by SANTACRUZ

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 pound) loaf French bread
½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
3 eggs
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 ¼ cups milk
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Cut bread into 1 inch thick slices. Arrange bread slices and pecans on a baking sheet and drizzle with melted butter; toast lightly.
  • In a large bowl, beat together eggs, cream, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar and vanilla. Put bread and pecans in a lightly greased 7x11 in casserole dish. Pour egg mixture over bread. Make sure that bread slices are saturated with liquid.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, until golden. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.6 g, Cholesterol 114.5 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 420.3 mg, Sugar 28.8 g

BREAD PUDDING WITH WARM WHISKEY SAUCE



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Make and share this Bread Pudding With Warm Whiskey Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup raisins
1/2 loaf French bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 quart half-and-half
4 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 pinch nutmeg
1/2 cup butter, melted
4 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup whiskey
1 cup butter
2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Soak raisins in warm water for 30 minutes, then drain.
  • Lighly grease a 9-inch-glass casserole and fill with French bread cubes(use enough bread to come all the way to the top of the pan).
  • Sprinkle raisins on top.
  • In large bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, beaten eggs, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg and melted butter.
  • Pour over the bread and raisins and lighly fold in using a spatula.
  • Allow the bread to soak for 30 minutes. The pan will be very full. If you have too much batter, discard the excess. If there is not enough to fill the pan add additional half-and-half or milk.
  • Bake for about 45 minutes, until the pudding is golden brown and puffed up around the edges. The center should be "set" but still a little soft.
  • To make the whiskey sauce:
  • In a small bowl beat eggs together with whiskey. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
  • Add the sugar and stir well.
  • Remove from the heat, let cool slightly. Quickly whisk in the beaten eggs and whiskey.
  • Place the sauce back on the stove over low heat and whisk constantly until the sauce has slightly thickened, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • NOTE: If over cooked the sauce will curdle.
  • Keep warm until serving.

BEST BREAD PUDDING WITH VANILLA SAUCE



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We found this recipe tucked inside my mom's Bible when going through her things. It has become a family tradition on the first snow day of the year and if that doesn't happen, which can be the case here in central Virginia, we know it'll be the featured dessert at Easter and anytime a comfort food is in order.

Provided by Gail Cobile

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup butter, melted
3 cups whole milk
10 slices hearty farmhouse-style bread, toasted and cut into cubes
1 cup raisins
½ cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 ¼ cups whole milk
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk 3 eggs, white sugar, 2 tablespoons of light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 cup of butter, and 3 cups of whole milk together, and gently stir in the bread cubes and raisins. Lightly spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and set in the middle, 50 to 55 minutes; cover the dish with foil after 30 minutes to prevent excessive browning. Let the pudding stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • For vanilla sauce, whisk 1/2 cup of light brown sugar, the flour, a pinch of cinnamon, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, 1 1/4 cups of whole milk,and salt together in a heavy saucepan until smooth. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and the sauce coats the back of a spoon, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour sauce over warm bread pudding, or serve on the side in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.3 calories, Carbohydrate 91.7 g, Cholesterol 128.8 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 387.3 mg, Sugar 72.4 g

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Tips and Tricks for Classic French Bread Pudding: A Culinary Delicacy

1. **Bread Selection**: Opt for a sturdy bread like a day-old baguette or brioche to withstand the custard soaking process without becoming soggy. 2. **Custard Perfection**: Whisk the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and spices together until well combined. Make sure the custard mixture is smooth and free of lumps. 3. **Flavorful Additions**: Feel free to customize your bread pudding with various mix-ins such as raisins, cranberries, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon. 4. **Baking and Serving**: Bake the bread pudding in a greased baking dish at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool slightly before serving warm and dusting with powdered sugar. ###

Conclusion: A Classic Dessert with Endless Variations

Warm French bread pudding is a delightful dessert that combines the crunchiness of bread with the creamy richness of a custard filling, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. With its versatile nature, you can experiment with various bread types, mix-ins, and spices to create a unique and flavorful bread pudding that suits your taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this classic French dessert is sure to impress and satisfy your sweet cravings.

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