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!

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