Bread Pudding with Vanilla Custard Sauce – Warm, Comforting, and Classic
This Bread Pudding with Vanilla Custard Sauce is the epitome of comfort food — rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Soft, custard-soaked bread bakes into a golden, slightly crisp top, while the luscious vanilla custard sauce adds an irresistible silky sweetness. It’s an old-fashioned dessert that never goes out of style and is ideal for cozy family gatherings, brunch, or holiday dinners.
Ingredients
For the Bread Pudding:
- 6 cups day-old bread, cubed (French bread or brioche works best)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ cup raisins (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Vanilla Custard Sauce:
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Serves: 8 | Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
