{"id":1684,"date":"2026-02-10T13:16:45","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T13:16:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1684"},"modified":"2026-02-10T13:16:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T13:16:45","slug":"fashioned-bread-pudding-with-vanilla-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1684","title":{"rendered":"Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Grandma\u2019s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Nothing says comfort like <strong>Grandma\u2019s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding<\/strong>. This timeless dessert is soft, warm, and perfectly sweet, made with simple pantry ingredients and finished with a rich vanilla sauce. It\u2019s the kind of recipe that brings back memories of family gatherings, cozy kitchens, and homemade desserts straight from the oven.<\/p>\n<p>This bread pudding is easy to make, budget-friendly, and perfect for feeding a crowd. Whether served warm or at room temperature, it\u2019s always a favorite.<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0Ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Serves: 12<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bread Pudding<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 cups cubed white bread (day-old bread works best)<\/li>\n<li>1 cup raisins<\/li>\n<li>4 cups milk<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup butter<\/li>\n<li>1 cup sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Optional Flavor Add-Ins (Highly Recommended)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>Pinch of salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Vanilla Sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00bd cup butter<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup heavy cream or milk<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Instructions<\/h3>\n<h4>Step 1: Prepare the Bread<\/h4>\n<p>Preheat the oven to <strong>350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<br \/>\nLightly grease a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish.<\/p>\n<p>Spread the cubed bread evenly in the baking dish and sprinkle the raisins over the top.<\/p>\n<p><em>Tip: Slightly stale bread absorbs the custard better and gives the pudding a soft but firm texture.<\/em><\/p>\n<h4>Step 2: Heat the Milk Mixture<\/h4>\n<p>In a medium saucepan, combine:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Milk<\/li>\n<li>Butter<\/li>\n<li>Sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is completely melted and the sugar is dissolved. Do <strong>not<\/strong> boil.<\/p>\n<p>Remove from heat.<\/p>\n<h4>Step 3: Make the Custard<\/h4>\n<p>In a large bowl, whisk together:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Eggs<\/li>\n<li>Vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>Cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>Nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>Salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Slowly pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling.<\/p>\n<h4>Step 4: Assemble the Bread Pudding<\/h4>\n<p>Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and raisins. Gently press the bread down so it absorbs the liquid.<\/p>\n<p>Let it sit for <strong>10\u201315 minutes<\/strong> to fully soak.<\/p>\n<h4>Step 5: Bake<\/h4>\n<p>Bake uncovered at <strong>350\u00b0F<\/strong> for <strong>40\u201345 minutes<\/strong>, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.<\/p>\n<p>Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0Vanilla Sauce Instructions<\/h3>\n<p>While the bread pudding bakes, prepare the sauce.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.<\/li>\n<li>Stir in the brown sugar and cream.<\/li>\n<li>Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3\u20134 minutes, stirring constantly.<\/li>\n<li>Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The sauce should be smooth, warm, and pourable.<\/p>\n<h3>Serving Suggestions<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Serve bread pudding warm with vanilla sauce poured on top<\/li>\n<li>Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkle with powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy with coffee or tea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Tips for Best Results<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Use day-old bread for best texture<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t skip soaking time<\/li>\n<li>Raisins can be replaced with dates or dried cranberries<\/li>\n<li>Sauce can be made ahead and reheated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Why This Recipe Works<\/h3>\n<p>This <strong>old-fashioned bread pudding<\/strong> uses simple ingredients and classic techniques to create a rich, comforting dessert that never goes out of style. The vanilla sauce adds just the right amount of sweetness and turns this humble dish into something truly special.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; Grandma\u2019s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce &nbsp; Nothing says comfort like Grandma\u2019s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding. 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