Eggnog Bread Pudding
Eggnog Bread Pudding is the ultimate holiday dessert, combining the rich flavors of eggnog with soft, fluffy bread for a comforting treat. This easy-to-make dish features a creamy custard soaked into cubes of stale bread, baked to perfection with a golden crust that crackles invitingly. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in, this delightful pudding will warm your heart and fill your home with delicious aromas.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups stale French bread or challah, cubed
- 2 cups eggnog
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing)
- 1/2 cup raisins or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Cube stale bread into 1-inch pieces and place in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggnog, eggs, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla until combined.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and gently fold until fully soaked. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish; top with raisins or nuts if desired.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the middle. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Use day-old bread for better texture; fresh bread may become mushy. Feel free to experiment with different types of bread or add dried fruits and nuts for extra flavor.