Eggnog Bread Pudding: The Indulgent Seasonal Comfort Dessert
A rich and creamy dessert perfect for the holiday season, eggnog bread pudding combines the flavors of traditional eggnog with the comforting textures of bread pudding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed stale bread
- 2 cups eggnog
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine eggnog, eggs, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the cubed bread and raisins, if using. Stir to combine and let it sit for about 10 minutes.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and drizzle the melted butter on top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of rum or bourbon to the egg mixture.
- Serve with whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Eggnog, Bread Pudding, Dessert, Holiday, Comfort Food