Cinnamon Toast Bread Pudding Caramel (Printable)

Sweet cinnamon bread pudding layered with rich caramel, perfect for cozy dessert cravings.

# What You Need:

→ Pudding Base

01 - 8 slices cinnamon swirl bread, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 2 cups whole milk
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Caramel Sauce

10 - 1 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1/4 cup water
12 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
13 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
14 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
15 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter. Arrange bread cubes evenly in the dish.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt until well combined.
03 - Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Let stand for 10 minutes to soak.
04 - Bake for 40-45 minutes until the pudding is set and golden brown. The center should be firm but slightly soft.
05 - In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then stop stirring and cook until the mixture turns a deep amber. Remove from heat and immediately whisk in butter, heavy cream, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
06 - Allow bread pudding to cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle with warm caramel sauce before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses leftover bread to avoid waste
  • Rich cinnamon flavor makes every bite comforting
  • Easy to prepare ahead for stress free gatherings
  • Decadent homemade caramel sauce elevates each slice
02 -
  • High in protein from eggs and dairy
  • Recipe freezes beautifully
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd on a budget
03 -
  • Always taste your cinnamon before adding it to the recipe Spices lose their punch fast so make sure yours is fresh and vibrant
  • Never rush the soaking step the difference between a soggy versus luxurious pudding comes down to letting bread fully absorb the custard Use a glass or ceramic baking dish for even gentle heat and avoid drying out the edges If you overcook by accident drizzle extra warm caramel and no one will notice

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