Eggnog Bread Pudding
Indulge in the warm, comforting delight of Eggnog Bread Pudding, a perfect dessert for holiday gatherings and cozy winter evenings. This recipe marries the creamy richness of eggnog with the tender texture of bread pudding, infused with festive spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. It’s easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for both novice chefs and seasoned bakers. Serve it warm and elevate your dessert experience with toppings like powdered sugar or caramel sauce that add a touch of elegance and sweetness. Eggnog Bread Pudding is not just a treat; it’s a celebration of seasonal flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups day-old bread (brioche or challah)
- 3 cups eggnog
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed bread with melted butter until evenly coated.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggnog, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and stir gently until all pieces are soaked.
- Lightly grease a baking dish and transfer the soaked mixture into it evenly.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until golden brown on top; check doneness by inserting a knife—it should come out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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