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Easy Vanilla Bread Pudding

This easy vanilla bread pudding is a rich, comforting dessert perfect for any occasion. Using simple pantry staples, it’s quick to prepare and absolutely delicious.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keywords: bread pudding recipes, classic bread pudding, comfort food desserts, easy dessert recipes, easy vanilla desserts, vanilla bread pudding
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Clara

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cubed bread (day-old or stale bread works best)
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Butter (for greasing the baking dish)
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  3. Add the cubed bread to the bowl and gently mix to coat the bread evenly with the custard mixture. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the custard.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
  5. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle raisins or chocolate chips over the bread before baking. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle of caramel sauce.