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Eggnog Bread Pudding

Decadent Eggnog Bread Pudding for Cozy Holiday Comfort

This Eggnog Bread Pudding is a comforting dessert that captures holiday cheer with creamy eggnog and soft bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 2 cups Eggnog Consider using homemade or dairy-free alternatives.
  • 4 Eggs Acts as a binder for custard texture.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Opt for brown sugar for richer flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Can be swapped for nutmeg or allspice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can also be used.
For the Bread
  • 6 cups Bread (e.g., French or Challah) Stale bread yields the best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Optional for a lighter version.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Eggnog Bread Pudding
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and greasing tools.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggnog, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Cube the stale bread into bite-sized pieces and place them into a greased baking dish.
  4. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cubed bread and gently press down to soak the bread thoroughly.
  5. Bake for 45-55 minutes until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the pudding sit for at least 10 minutes to set before serving.
  7. Serve warm, drizzled with caramel sauce or topped with whipped cream and cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use stale bread for better texture and soak thoroughly for consistent creaminess throughout. Experiment with spices for unique flavors.

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