{"id":"07c8b8a3-518f-4de0-b3c6-d1f08e636670","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/07c8b8a3-518f-4de0-b3c6-d1f08e636670","source_url":"https://www.nourishyourglow.com/09/bread-pudding-recipe-with-vanilla-caramel-sauce/","title":"Bread Pudding with Vanilla Caramel Sauce","description":"This Bread Pudding with Vanilla Caramel Sauce is a warm, indulgent dessert—soft cubes of bread baked in a sweet custard, then drizzled with rich vanilla caramel sauce. A cozy classic perfect for holidays or family gatherings!","servings":12,"servings_text":"12","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT45M","image_url":"https://www.nourishyourglow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/0_1-2025-09-08T120246.917.png","ingredients":[{"text":"For the Bread Pudding","item":"For the Bread Pudding"},{"text":"6 cups day-old bread (cubed (French bread or brioche works best))","item":"day-old bread (cubed (French bread or brioche works best))","quantity":6,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"4  large eggs","item":"large eggs","quantity":4},{"text":"2 cups whole milk","item":"whole milk","quantity":2,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 cup heavy cream","item":"heavy cream","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 cup granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","item":"vanilla extract","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ground cinnamon","item":"ground cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg","item":"ground nutmeg","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"¼ teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"For the Vanilla Caramel Sauce","item":"For the Vanilla Caramel Sauce"},{"text":"1 cup granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"¼ cup water","item":"water","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"½ cup heavy cream (warmed)","item":"heavy cream","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"warmed"},{"text":"4 tablespoons unsalted butter","item":"unsalted butter","quantity":4,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","item":"vanilla extract","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Pinch of salt","item":"salt","unit":"pinch"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Prepare the Bread:"},{"number":2,"text":"Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)."},{"number":3,"text":"Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish."},{"number":4,"text":"Place cubed bread in the dish."},{"number":5,"text":"Make the Custard:"},{"number":6,"text":"In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt."},{"number":7,"text":"Pour the mixture evenly over the bread cubes."},{"number":8,"text":"Gently press bread down to soak in the custard."},{"number":9,"text":"Let sit for 10 minutes."},{"number":10,"text":"Cover loosely with foil and bake for 30 minutes."},{"number":11,"text":"Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes, until golden brown and set in the center."},{"number":12,"text":"Make the Vanilla Caramel Sauce:"},{"number":13,"text":"In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat."},{"number":14,"text":"Cook without stirring until the sugar dissolves and turns a deep amber color."},{"number":15,"text":"Carefully whisk in warm cream (it will bubble up)."},{"number":16,"text":"Stir in butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth."},{"number":17,"text":"Spoon warm bread pudding into bowls."},{"number":18,"text":"Drizzle generously with vanilla caramel sauce."}],"date_published":"2026-10-31T02:35:26.735836+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-31T02:35:26.735836+00:00"}