Grandma’s Old Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce: A Classic Comfort Dessert

There’s something magical about Grandma’s cooking. Simple ingredients, a dash of love, and old-fashioned methods combine to create dishes that linger in memory. One of the most heartwarming classics is Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce — a rich, custardy dessert that transforms stale bread into pure nostalgia. Let’s walk through the steps of making this timeless treat from scratch.

🍞 What Is Bread Pudding?

Bread pudding is a centuries-old dessert that originated as a way to use up stale bread. Soaked in a spiced egg custard and baked until golden, it results in a dense, moist dish with crispy edges and a soft center. Topped with a creamy vanilla sauce, this humble dessert becomes truly decadent.

🧾 Ingredients

For the Bread Pudding:

• 6 cups of stale bread (French bread or white sandwich bread), cubed
• 2 ½ cups whole milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup raisins (optional)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for greasing the pan)

For the Vanilla Sauce:

• 1 cup whole milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract

🥄 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Bread

1. Cube the bread into 1-inch pieces.
2. Dry it out if it’s not already stale. Spread the cubes on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 10–15 minutes, or until slightly crispy but not browned.

Step 2: Make the Custard Mixture

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
   • Eggs
   • Granulated sugar
   • Brown sugar
   • Milk
   • Heavy cream
   • Vanilla extract
   • Ground cinnamon
   • Ground nutmeg
2. Stir until well combined. This mixture will be the custard base.

Step 3: Assemble the Bread Pudding

1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
2. Add the bread cubes and sprinkle with raisins (if using).
3. Pour the custard evenly over the bread.
4. Press down gently with a spoon or spatula to ensure all the bread gets soaked.
5. Let sit for 20–30 minutes to absorb the liquid fully.

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