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Eggnog Bread Pudding

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Indulge in the warmth of Eggnog Bread Pudding, a creamy, custardy dessert that captures the essence of the holiday season in every delightful bite. This classic American treat combines stale bread soaked in a spiced eggnog mixture, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a rich brown sugar butter sauce for an irresistible finish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups stale bread, cubed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups eggnog
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish well using nonstick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Bread and Mixture: Place the cubed stale bread in a large mixing bowl. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, eggnog, granulated sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  3. Soak Bread: Pour the eggnog mixture over the bread cubes and gently fold to coat all pieces thoroughly. Let the bread soak in the mixture for about 10 minutes, allowing it to absorb the custard.
  4. Bake: Transfer the soaked bread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the pudding is golden brown and set in the center.
  5. Prepare Sauce: While the pudding is baking, melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar until it is fully dissolved and the sauce is smooth and combined.
  6. Serve: Once the bread pudding is baked, remove it from the oven and drizzle the warm brown sugar butter sauce over the top before serving for an extra indulgent touch.

Notes

  • Using stale bread is key as it soaks up the custard better without becoming mushy.
  • Allowing the bread to soak for at least 10 minutes enhances the pudding’s creamy texture.
  • The spiced eggnog adds festive warmth, but you can adjust spices to taste.
  • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.
  • Store leftover pudding covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.

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