Sourdough Bread Pudding
Sourdough Bread Pudding is a deliciously comforting dessert that turns stale sourdough into a heavenly treat. With crispy edges and a creamy custard center, this dish combines the tangy flavor of sourdough with warm spices for an irresistible experience. Perfect for brunch or dessert, it’s easy to customize with your favorite fruits or nuts, ensuring a unique twist every time you make it.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups stale sourdough bread, cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place the cubed sourdough bread in the prepared baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and gently stir to combine. Let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until puffed and golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup or top with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (113g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 225mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating dried fruits like raisins or cranberries. - To make it dairy-free, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk.