Prepare to have your taste buds blown away by the most decadent dessert you'll make this year! Imagine the perfect combination of soft, custardy bread, bursting with juicy strawberries and rich chocolate chips - a dessert so irresistible, it'll make your family fight over the last bite. This Strawberry Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding is not just a recipe; it's a culinary experience that transforms simple ingredients into a mind-blowing sweet sensation that will have everyone begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed bread
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously butter a 9x13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Take the cubed bread and gently fold it into the liquid mixture, ensuring each bread cube is thoroughly coated. Allow the bread to soak for 10-15 minutes, absorbing the custard mixture.
- Carefully fold in the chopped strawberries and chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the bread mixture.
- Transfer the entire mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly and ensuring the strawberries and chocolate chips are distributed throughout.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set with a slight wobble in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let the bread pudding cool for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow it to set completely.
- Optional: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra indulgence.
Tips
- Use day-old bread for the best texture - slightly stale bread absorbs the custard mixture more effectively.
- For extra richness, choose a brioche or challah bread instead of standard white bread.
- Make sure to let the bread soak in the custard mixture for at least 10-15 minutes to ensure maximum flavor absorption.
- Don't overmix when folding in strawberries and chocolate chips to keep the bread cubes intact.
- Check the pudding at 40 minutes - you want a golden top and a slightly wobbly center for the perfect consistency.
- Let the pudding rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to allow it to set completely.
- For an extra touch of elegance, dust with powdered sugar or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 125mg
