bread pudding with vanilla cake

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of vanilla cake (store-bought or homemade)
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Cake:
   • Cut the vanilla cake into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
3. Make the Custard:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
4. Combine the Cake and Custard:
   • Pour the custard mixture over the cake cubes.
   • Gently fold the mixture to ensure all the cake pieces are coated with the custard.
   • Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the cake to soak up the custard.
5. Prepare the Baking Dish:
   • Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with the melted butter.
   • If using, sprinkle the raisins and chopped nuts over the soaked cake mixture and gently mix.
6. Bake the Bread Pudding:
   • Pour the soaked cake mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set (a knife inserted into the center should come out clean).
7. Serve:
   • Allow the bread pudding to cool slightly before serving.
   • Serve warm, optionally topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 130mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 30g

Enjoy this delicious and comforting Bread Pudding with Vanilla Cake, perfect for dessert or a special treat!