Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding

Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding: A Warm, Comforting Classic

Cinnamon raisin bread pudding is one of those timeless desserts that transforms simple ingredients into something rich, cozy, and deeply satisfying. With its soft custardy center, lightly crisp top, and bursts of sweetness from raisins, it’s the perfect dish for chilly evenings or when you want to give new life to leftover bread.

Below is a detailed, step-by-step guide to making this delicious dessert from scratch.

🧾 Ingredients

For the bread pudding:

• 1 loaf cinnamon raisin bread (about 8–10 cups, cubed)
• 2 cups milk (whole milk preferred for richness)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for greasing)

Optional add-ins:

• 1/2 cup extra raisins
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)

For a simple sauce (optional but recommended):

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

🍞 Step 1: Prepare the Bread

Start by cutting the cinnamon raisin bread into cubes, roughly 2–3 cm in size. Slightly stale bread works best because it absorbs the custard mixture more effectively.

If your bread is fresh:

• Spread the cubes on a baking sheet
• Toast them in the oven at 160°C (320°F) for about 10 minutes

This helps dry them out slightly without browning too much.

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