Ingredients and Weight:
- Bread: 1 pound (sliced into cubes)
- White Chocolate: 8 oz (chopped into small pieces)
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Milk: 1 cup
- Egg: 2 large
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 1/4 cup
- Butter: 2 tablespoons (for greasing the baking dish)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Cube the bread and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, milk, sugar, and cinnamon. Bring to a gentle boil.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the chopped white chocolate and stir until melted.
- Pour the hot cream mixture into the egg-chocolate mixture, and mix well.
- Add the cubed bread to the mixture and let it soak for a few minutes.
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Transfer the bread mixture into the baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the mixture is set.
- Allow to cool and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approx. 450 per serving (excluding additional toppings)
- Fat: 27g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich texture due to the white chocolate and heavy cream.
- Warm and comforting dessert with a sweet and cinnamon flavor profile.
- Great as a standalone dessert or paired with ice cream or whipped cream.
User Comments:
- "This was an excellent dish! The white chocolate gave it a unique flavor, and it was so creamy and delicious."
- "I loved the combination of bread and white chocolate. It was a perfect dessert for a cold winter night."
- "The dish was quite rich, but definitely worth it. The only thing I would do differently is add more cinnamon for a stronger flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh bread for best results. Avoid using stale bread as it may not absorb the liquid ingredients properly.
- Be careful not to overbake the bread pudding as it may become dry. Check for doneness after 30 minutes and continue baking if necessary.
- Feel free to add additional toppings like fresh fruit or caramel sauce to enhance the flavor and presentation.
