Ingredients
6 cups day-old bread, cubed (brioche or French bread recommended)
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
3 large eggs
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tbsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp butter (for greasing)
Powdered sugar or whipped cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
2. Spread cubed bread evenly in the prepared dish.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt.
4. Pour the mixture over the bread and gently press down so all pieces soak.
5. Let sit for 15–20 minutes.
6. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until golden and set in the center.
7. Cool slightly before serving. Top with powdered sugar or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
For extra texture, add 1/2 cup raisins or chopped nuts before baking.
Leftovers reheat well and can be served warm or cold.
Try with a drizzle of caramel or vanilla sauce for extra decadence.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: cinnamon bread pudding, easy creamy bread pudding, warm baked dessert, cozy winter treat