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Close-up of a slice of bread pudding topped with warm vanilla sauce on a marble surface.

Classic Bread Pudding Recipe with Warm Vanilla Sauce

A comforting dessert combining tender bread with a rich vanilla sauce, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread
  • 4 cups cubed bread
Dairy
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
Butter
  • for greasing butter for greasing the baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Mix milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. Add bread to mixture, fold in raisins if using, then pour into dish.
  4. Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden and set.
  5. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve with warm vanilla sauce for extra flavor.