A rustic, golden-brown bread pudding with a rich custard sauce drizzled on top, baked in a 9x13 inch dish

Stale bread pudding

Name: Stale-Bread-Pudding-with-a-rich-and-decadent-flavor
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Zero-Waste-Cooking
Ingredients: 4 cups Stale bread; 3 large Eggs; 2 cups Milk; 1 cup Granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon Ground nutmeg

stale bread pudding with a rich and decadent flavor

By:

Savory Touch

Published:

27 Mar 2025

Let's talk stale bread. I know, I know, nobody wants stale bread. But before you toss that loaf in the bin, let me introduce you to a little slice of heaven: Stale Bread Pudding! It’s the perfect way to repurpose day-old bread into a wonderfully decadent dessert that tastes nothing short of magical. Trust me, once you’ve experienced this, you’ll never look at stale bread the same way again. It’s like, a culinary miracle!

This recipe is incredibly easy to make – even my notoriously clumsy uncle managed it (almost without setting off the smoke alarm!). We’re talking a simple combination of eggs, milk, sugar, spices, and, of course, that gloriously stale bread. It's a recipe that’s both incredibly versatile and forgiving. Feel free to get creative with your additions, and don’t be afraid to experiment! After all, baking should be fun, not stressful!

Required Equipments

9x13 inch baking dish
Whisk
Mixing bowls
Wooden spoon
Measuring cups and spoons

Stale Bread Pudding with a rich and decadent flavor: Frequently Asked Questions

Stale Bread Pudding with a rich and decadent flavor

Transform leftover stale bread into a rich, comforting, and utterly delicious bread pudding. This recipe is easy to follow and perfect for using up those day-old loaves.

⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 6 servings

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

📖 Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish generously with butter or cooking spray. This is crucial to prevent sticking – trust me, I’ve learned this the hard way!
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and spices (cinnamon, nutmeg – go wild!). Make sure the sugar is completely dissolved – a little elbow grease goes a long way here!
Tear the stale bread into bite-sized pieces. You don't need to be precise; rustic is best! (Unless you’re a perfectionist like my sister, in which case... good luck!)
Gently toss the bread pieces with the custard mixture. Make sure each piece is well-coated – you want every morsel to be soaked in deliciousness!
Pour the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. If you want, you can sprinkle some extra sugar or cinnamon on top for a little extra crunch.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is set, golden brown on top, and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on it, every oven’s a little different!
Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving. The warm, gooey goodness is even better after a few minutes' rest. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream, or a scoop of your favorite ice cream...or both! Why not?
Enjoy your absolutely divine, perfectly comforting stale bread pudding! I really do hope you love this as much as I do.

📝 Notes

For a richer flavor, use whole milk or even cream. You can substitute other spices, such as allspice or cloves, for the cinnamon and nutmeg. If your bread is particularly dry, you may need to add a little extra milk to the custard mixture.
Don’t overbake it! A slightly soft center is a sign of perfect bread pudding!