Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce: A Nostalgic Delight ๐Ÿž๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฅ„

Step into the warmth of nostalgia with Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding, lovingly served with a rich and velvety Vanilla Sauce. This classic dessert embodies the simplicity and comforting flavors of yesteryears, bringing together soft bread, sweet raisins, and a luscious sauce that makes every bite a journey back in time. Let’s recreate this timeless treat and savor the essence of homemade goodness.

Ingredients:

For the Bread Pudding:

  • 8 cups cubed day-old bread (such as French or Italian)
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

For the Vanilla Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

For the Bread Pudding:

  1. Preheat Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  1. Prepare Bread:
  • In a large bowl, place the cubed bread and sprinkle the raisins over it.
  1. Mix Wet Ingredients:
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, beaten eggs, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
  1. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
  • Pour the wet mixture over the cubed bread and raisins. Gently toss until the bread is evenly coated and the raisins are distributed.
  1. Let it Soak:
  • Allow the bread mixture to soak for about 15-20 minutes, ensuring the bread absorbs the liquid.
  1. Transfer to Baking Dish:
  • Transfer the soaked bread mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  1. Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.

For the Vanilla Sauce:

  1. Prepare Sauce:
  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in granulated sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  1. Simmer:
  • Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly. Allow it to simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  1. Serve:
  • Pour the warm Vanilla Sauce over individual servings of the bread pudding.

Enjoy the comforting flavors and soulful simplicity of Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce, a dessert that transcends time. Gather around the table to create treasured memories while indulging in this nostalgic treat, enhanced by the rich aroma and velvety sauce. It’s a trip back in time to the nostalgic sweet comforts of the past, not just a dessert. ๐Ÿž๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฅ„โœจ