17 Bread Pudding Recipes That’ll Steal the Show!

Decadent Dessert Delights: 17 Bread Pudding Recipes That’ll Steal the Show!

I’ve curated a selection of 17 delightful Bread Pudding Recipes just for you. Initially, I used to perceive bread pudding as a complex dish to prepare. However, don’t let the idea of baking bread pudding overwhelm you. In reality, it’s one of the simplest desserts to whip up. Moreover, it presents an ideal opportunity to utilize leftover or slightly stale bread. In fact, slightly older and drier bread works wonders as it readily absorbs the luscious custard sauce.

Bread Pudding Recipes

At the heart of bread pudding lies a creamy custard sauce crafted from a blend of eggs, milk, and an array of tantalizing flavors. By allowing chunks of bread to soak up this delectable custard, then baking until achieving that golden-brown perfection, you’ll be astounded by the result. Whether you opt to crown your creation with a warm sauce drizzled atop or prefer it served alongside a scoop of ice cream, bread pudding offers a versatile dessert perfect for pleasing a large gathering of guests.

History

Bread Pudding Recipes boasts a rich and intriguing history that dates back centuries, evolving from a practical means to reduce food waste to a beloved dessert enjoyed worldwide. Originating in the 11th or 12th century, this dish was born out of the necessity to salvage leftover bread, which was often stale or nearing expiration. By combining these remnants with a mixture of milk, eggs, sugar, and spices, households found a way to transform humble ingredients into a sumptuous treat.

The beauty of bread pudding lies in its simplicity; it’s remarkably easy to prepare, requiring just a handful of basic ingredients. The fundamental components include bread—preferably slightly dried out to better absorb the custard—combined with a custard mixture of eggs, milk (or cream), sugar, and spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. This uncomplicated yet versatile recipe has stood the test of time, allowing for endless variations and adaptations with additional ingredients such as fruits, nuts, or chocolate, making it a cherished comfort food for generations.

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Praline Croissant Bread Pudding

Lush and rich bread pudding made with flaky croissants and topped with a praline topping. This dessert is wonderful yet so simple to make!

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Texas Trash Bread Pudding

The crunchy, sweet, salty, chocolatey pie filling gets layered on top of bread pudding in this unique dessert.

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Buttermilk Pie Bread Pudding

Southern favorite and classic Buttermilk Pie filling becomes the custard for a delicious Bread Pudding

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Easy Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding

Super moist and indulgent Easy Peach Cobbler Bread Pudding combines two popular desserts into one. It’s full of fresh peaches, a rich custard and a hint of rum!

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Cream Cheese Glazed Carrot Cake Bread Pudding Recipe

Soft and moist inside with a crispy and crunchy top, this Cream Cheese Glazed Carrot Cake Bread Pudding Recipe is packed with traditional carrot cake flavors!

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Bread Pudding for Two in Mugs

Five ingredients is all it takes to make two desserts from scratch to satisfy that sweet tooth without the temptation of overindulging.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bread Pudding

Indulgent meets comfort in this decadent dessert recipe. Cookie dough chunks are baked into bread pudding. The result is a rich dessert that easy and economical to make.

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Bananas Foster Bread Pudding Recipe

Two classic New Orleans desserts are combined in this knock-your-socks-off dessert! It’s buttery, moist, and rich. Serve warm with a scoop of good vanilla ice cream.

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Caramel Coconut Cream Bread Pudding

Caramel Coconut Cream Bread Pudding is rich and dense with a velvety smooth interior, crisp top and smothered in caramel!

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Pineapple Upside-Down Bread Pudding

This Bread Pudding contains all the wonderful fruity flavors of the traditional Pineapple Upside Downcake, but in bread pudding form! It has a caramelized top layer with a super moist, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth interior.

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Chocolate Chunk Bread Pudding

Chocolate Chunk Bread Pudding – creamy custard is mixed with crusty bread and studded with dark chocolate chunks in this kicked up version of the classic dessert.

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Overnight Cinnamon French Toast Recipe

Time-saving overnight French toast is delicious but doesn’t require hands-on time on your busy mornings. Economical since you can use that day-old bread. Also, use nuts and dried fruits suggested or substitute what you have on hand or your favorite.

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Pecan Pie Bread Pudding

Combining two classics into one dessert. Gooey pecan pie combined with bread pudding makes this dessert recipe amazing.

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Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

This is a wonderful casserole that can be dessert or breakfast. It's not overly sweet and it's easy to make. It makes a good alternative to pumpkin pie for dessert.

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Strawberry Stuffed French Toast Casserole

Super easy Strawberry Stuffed French Toast Casserole is stuffed with strawberries and cream cheese. It’s an easy and delicious breakfast bake!

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Dunkin Donuts® Bread Pudding

Donuts replace the bread in this indulgent, easy overnight heavenly Dunkin Donuts® Bread Pudding recipe. Serve with fresh berries for the perfect start to your day!

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Bread Pudding Recipes: Savory

Spinach Goat Cheese Strata

Spinach Goat Cheese Strata, basically a savory bread pudding, this make-ahead recipe makes an excellent brunch or lunch with a salad

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Sausage and Corn Bread Pudding ~ Restaurant Remake from South (Tupelo, MS)

Another restaurant remake, Sausage Corn Bread Pudding is a savory alternative to the popular dessert bread puddings. Seriously good side dish at Call Me PMc

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