- Raisins (1 cup, soaked in warm water for 5 minutes to plump up)
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- Bread Pudding
- Day-old French bread
- Eggs
- Milk
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Butter
- Cinnamon
- Vanilla extract
- Raisins
Steps
### How to Make Delicious Raisin Bread Pudding: A Step-by-Step Guide
Bread pudding is a classic dessert that can be enjoyed year-round, but it’s especially perfect during the cooler months. Here's how you can create your own delicious raisin bread pudding at home.
#### Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of stale or day-old brioche or challah (about 3 slices)
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup raisins
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional)
#### Equipment:
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Wire whisk
### Step-by-Step Guide:
1. **Preheat the Oven**
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. **Prepare the Bread Pudding Mixture:**
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until they are well combined.
- Add the milk and whisk together until smooth.
- Stir in the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
3. **Soak the Bread:**
- Break up the bread into 1-inch cubes if it’s not already cut that way.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and stir gently to coat evenly. Let sit for about 5 minutes so the bread can soak in the liquid. You may need to let it sit longer, depending on how dry or wet your bread is.
4. **Add Raisins:**
- Stir the raisins into the bread mixture until they are well distributed throughout the cubes.
5. **Bake the Bread Pudding:**
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Transfer the soaked bread and raisin mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the remaining egg mixture over the bread, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the pudding.
6. **Bake:**
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the pudding is golden brown on top.
7. **Cool and Serve:**
- Allow the bread pudding to cool slightly before serving.
- Optional toppings include whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, which will add a delightful finishing touch.
#### Tips for Perfect Bread Pudding:
- **Use Day-Old Bread:** This ensures that the bread is not too soggy from the initial soaking process.
- **Adjust Liquid Content:** If your bread absorbs liquid very quickly, you may need to reduce the amount of milk or egg slightly.
- **Customize with Other Dried Fruits:** While raisins are classic, feel free to experiment with other dried fruits like cranberries or cherries.
Enjoy this comforting and delicious dessert that can be made with simple ingredients and is perfect for sharing with family and friends. Happy baking! #breadpudding #dessertrecipes #raisingrecipes