Eggnog Bread Pudding: A Delightful Holiday Treat!
Eggnog Bread Pudding is a rich and creamy dessert that combines the festive flavors of eggnog with soft bread, making it a perfect holiday treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups of cubed bread
- 4 cups of eggnog
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup of raisins (optional)
- Butter for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggnog, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- Add the cubed bread and raisins (if using) to the mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a brioche or challah bread.
- Serve with whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for added sweetness.
- This dish can be made a day in advance and reheated before serving.