Indulge in Chocolate & Cream Cheese Bread Pudding Bliss

Experience the comforting decadence of Chocolate & Cream Cheese Bread Pudding, an easy-to-make dessert that everyone will love.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 55

Cooling Time 20

Total Time 1 45

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 360

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pudding

10 ounces Sweet Bread (Brioche or Challah) Day-old is preferable.
4 large Large Eggs Fresh eggs yield the best results.
2 cups Whole Milk Non-dairy alternatives may be used.
1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be substituted.
1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is recommended.
1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
8 ounces Cream Cheese Use full-fat for the best texture.
1.5 cups Dark Chocolate Chunks or Chips Aim for 60-70% cocoa.
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For greasing the baking dish.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
Mixing Bowl
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
Tear the sweet bread into 1-inch pieces and scatter in the baking dish.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
Pour the custard mixture over the bread, pressing down to soak. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
Gently fold cream cheese cubes and dark chocolate chunks into the mixture.
Sprinkle remaining chocolate on top and bake for 45-55 minutes until golden brown and jiggly.
Cool the pudding for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, soak overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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