Paula Deen White Chocolate Bread Pudding Recipe
Indulge in the decadent world of Southern comfort food with this Paula Deen White Chocolate Bread Pudding Recipe, a dish that promises to captivate your taste buds with its rich flavors and creamy texture.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Saucepan
- Oven
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1 loaf French bread cut into 1-inch cubes (about 10 cups)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 200 grams white chocolate chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting optional
- Fresh berries for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Begin by setting your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat.
- Soak Bread: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed French bread with milk and cream, allowing the bread to soak until it becomes very soft, about 10 minutes.
- Melt Chocolate: Meanwhile, melt the white chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Mix Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the melted white chocolate and mix until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the egg and chocolate mixture over the soaked bread, stirring gently to ensure even distribution of chocolate throughout the bread cubes.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and garnishing with fresh berries, if using.
Notes
- Nutty Delight: Stir in a cup of chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy texture.
- Chocolate Chip Surprise: Add a cup of dark chocolate chips for a double chocolate version.
- Fruit Fusion: Incorporate dried cranberries or raisins soaked in rum for a fruity twist.
- Spice It Up: Introduce spices such as nutmeg or cardamom for a warm, spicy flavor profile.
- Coffee Flavor: Mix in a shot of espresso to the milk mixture for a subtle coffee-flavored version.