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Best Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

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A classic, comforting bread pudding made with custardy toasted bread and sweet raisins, served warm with a rich homemade vanilla sauce. A timeless dessert perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings.

Ingredients

3 cups whole milk

1 1/2 cups white sugar

1/4 cup butter, melted

3 large eggs, beaten

2 tbsp light brown sugar

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

10 slices hearty farmhouse-style bread, toasted and cubed

1 cup raisins

1 1/4 cups whole milk (for vanilla sauce)

1/2 cup light brown sugar (for vanilla sauce)

2 tbsp butter, melted (for vanilla sauce)

1 large egg (for vanilla sauce)

1 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 pinch ground cinnamon

1 pinch salt

1 tbsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, white sugar, melted butter, eggs, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the bread cubes and raisins until evenly coated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  5. Bake for 50–55 minutes, loosely covering with foil after 30 minutes to prevent over-browning.
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
  7. While resting, prepare the vanilla sauce by whisking milk, brown sugar, butter, egg, flour, cinnamon, and salt in a saucepan.
  8. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 10–12 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  10. Serve bread pudding warm with vanilla sauce poured over or on the side.

Notes

Toasting the bread improves texture and prevents sogginess.

Stale bread works well if toasted bread is unavailable.

Covering with foil mid-bake prevents excessive browning.

Vanilla sauce can be made ahead and gently reheated.

Add nutmeg or cloves for extra warmth.

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