Bread Pudding Recipe
Make Bread Pudding Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Add-ins
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Bread
Cut the bread into cubes (about 1-inch). If using stale bread, it's perfect for this recipe. Place the cubes in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
Combining Ingredients
- 3
Combine Bread and Mixture
Pour the wet mixture over the bread cubes. Gently stir to ensure all the bread is soaked. If using, add raisins, nuts, or chocolate chips and fold them into the mixture.
Baking
- 4
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Transfer to Baking Dish
Pour the bread mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Serving
- 7
Cool and Serve
Allow the bread pudding to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, topped with whipped cream and drizzled with caramel sauce if desired.

