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Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding: The Ultimate Amazing Recipe

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This Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding is a comforting, classic dessert perfect for using up day-old bread. It features a rich custard made with milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, and warm cinnamon, combined with semisweet chocolate chips for a delightful twist. Baked until golden and creamy, this bread pudding is an irresistible treat that's simple to make and perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Bread Pudding

  • 6 cups day-old bread, cubed
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

For Preparation

  • Butter, for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the Bread: Place the cubed day-old bread into a large mixing bowl and let it sit while you prepare the custard, allowing the bread to slightly dry out and be ready to absorb flavors.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined to create a smooth custard mixture.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and gently stir to ensure each piece is well soaked and the custard is evenly distributed.
  5. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips carefully so they are evenly spread throughout the soaked bread mixture.
  6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the entire mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly for uniform baking.
  7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the top turns golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the pudding is fully cooked.
  8. Cool: Remove the bread pudding from the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving to enable it to set slightly and enhance flavor.

Notes

  • Using day-old bread helps the pudding soak up the custard better without becoming too mushy.
  • You can substitute semisweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate or milk chocolate chips depending on your taste preference.
  • Make sure to grease the baking dish thoroughly to avoid sticking.
  • This bread pudding can be served warm or at room temperature and pairs well with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
  • Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consumed within 2-3 days.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American