Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transform ordinary day-old bread into a decadent dessert that'll make your taste buds dance with joy! This white chocolate bread pudding isn't just a recipe—it's a magical transformation of simple ingredients into a luxurious, creamy masterpiece that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. With its rich, velvety texture and irresistible white chocolate chips, this dessert is about to become your new go-to comfort food that elevates bread pudding from humble to heavenly.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This will ensure that the oven is hot enough to properly bake the bread pudding.
- Gather all your ingredients: 4 cups of day-old bread, 2 cups of milk, 1 cup of heavy cream, 1 cup of white chocolate chips, 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk together until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, crack the 3 large eggs and beat them lightly. Then, gradually add the beaten eggs to the milk mixture, whisking continuously to incorporate the eggs without scrambling them.
- Add the cubed day-old bread to the liquid mixture, ensuring that all the bread pieces are soaked. Let the mixture sit for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the bread to absorb the liquid.
- While the bread is soaking, prepare a baking dish by greasing it lightly with butter or non-stick cooking spray. A 9x9 inch or similar sized dish works well for this recipe.
- After the bread has soaked, gently fold in the white chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Pour the bread pudding mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the bread pudding from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This will help it set up a bit more.
- Serve warm, optionally drizzling with additional white chocolate sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Tips
- Always use day-old bread for the best texture—slightly stale bread absorbs the custard mixture more effectively.
- Cube your bread into uniform sizes to ensure even soaking and baking.
- Whisk your egg mixture gently to prevent scrambling and maintain a smooth custard.
- Let the bread soak in the liquid for at least 10-15 minutes to maximize flavor absorption.
- Use high-quality white chocolate chips for the most intense flavor.
- Check doneness by inserting a knife—it should come out clean when the pudding is perfectly baked.
- Allow the pudding to rest for 10 minutes after baking to help it set and make serving easier.
- For an extra indulgent touch, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of additional white chocolate sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 125mg
