Classic New Orleans Bread Pudding
A comforting and indulgent dessert made with stale bread, eggs, and a hint of vanilla, infused with spices, perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 cups stale bread (French bread or brioche)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the stale bread into cubes and place them in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the milk and melted butter into the egg mixture, then combine with the bread cubes.
- Fold in raisins or chocolate chips if using.
- Grease your slow cooker and pour the mixture inside. Spread it evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for about 240-360 minutes or on high for 120-180 minutes, until the pudding is set and the top is golden.
- Let it cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite sauce or topping.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently. You can freeze the bread pudding for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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