Description
Classic New Orleans Bread Pudding is a quintessential dessert that captures the heart and soul of New Orleans cuisine. This decadent bread pudding is rich, creamy, and spiced with warm flavors, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 6 to 8 cups of day-old bread, cut into cubes
Milk:
- 2 cups
Heavy Cream:
- 1 cup
Sugar:
- 1 cup
Eggs:
- 4 large
Vanilla Extract:
- 2 teaspoons
Ground Cinnamon:
- 1 teaspoon
Ground Nutmeg:
- 1/2 teaspoon
Salt:
- 1/2 teaspoon
Raisins:
- 1 cup (optional)
Bourbon or Rum:
- 1/4 cup (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the bread pudding. - Step 2: Prepare the Bread
Cut the bread into cubes. Use stale bread for a better texture or leave fresh bread out overnight to dry. - Step 3: Combine the Milk and Cream
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and heavy cream until well combined. - Step 4: Add Sugar and Eggs
Mix in the sugar and eggs into the milk and cream mixture until fully integrated. - Step 5: Incorporate Vanilla and Nutmeg
Add vanilla extract and nutmeg, stirring to blend all ingredients completely. - Step 6: Mix Bread Cubes
Gently fold the bread cubes into the mixture, ensuring all pieces are soaked evenly. - Step 7: Let it Rest
Allow the mixture to sit for about 30 minutes to let the bread absorb the liquid. - Step 8: Prepare the Baking Dish
Grease a baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking. - Step 9: Transfer the Mixture
Pour the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. - Step 10: Bake the Pudding
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. - Step 11: Cool and Serve
Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serving Suggestions – Serve the bread pudding warm with a drizzle of sauce, such as bourbon sauce or a scoop of ice cream.
- Storage – Leftover bread pudding can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Variations – Consider adding raisins, nuts, or chocolate chips for added flavor and texture to your bread pudding.
- Prep Time: 20-30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 350 calories
- Sugar: Varies based on added ingredients
- Sodium: Varies based on added ingredients
- Fat: Varies based on added ingredients
- Saturated Fat: Varies based on added ingredients
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies based on added ingredients
- Trans Fat: Varies based on added ingredients
- Carbohydrates: Varies based on added ingredients
- Fiber: Varies based on added ingredients
- Protein: Varies based on added ingredients
- Cholesterol: Varies based on added ingredients
Keywords: New Orleans, Bread Pudding, Dessert, Southern, Comfort Food
