Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 loaf (1 pound) day-old bread, cubed
- 1 cup (8 ounces) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (8 ounces) granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 4 cups (1 quart) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Preparation Time:
- 15 minutes
Cooking Time:
- 45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
- 2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until bread is evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour the wet ingredients over the bread cubes and stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the pudding cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Sugar: 25g
- Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
A classic American dessert, this bread and butter pudding is rich, custard-like, and has a slightly crunchy top. It is perfect for a satisfying and nostalgic dessert.
User Comments:
- "This pudding is so delicious! It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory."
- "I love the crispy top on this pudding. It's like a perfect combination of bread pudding and crème brûlée."
- "This is my favorite bread pudding recipe. It's always a hit with my family."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use day-old bread that is slightly stale.
- If you don't have melted butter, you can substitute 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened butter.
- To prevent the pudding from drying out, cover it with aluminum foil when baking.
- Serve the pudding warm or at room temperature.
