Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding

Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding is a simple, comforting, and endlessly customizable dessert that uses stale bread and chocolate chips to create a warm, gooey, chocolate-filled treat perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Soaking Time 30

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Bread

6 cups stale bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (French bread, Italian bread, or brioche work well)

Custard Mixture

4 large eggs
2 cups milk (whole milk or 2% recommended)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or dark chocolate)
2 tablespoons butter, melted (for greasing the pan)

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish,
oven
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk

Method

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with the melted butter, making sure to get into all the corners to prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, combine the cubed stale bread. If using fresh bread, dry it in a low oven (200°F) for 15-20 minutes or leave it out overnight.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined. Avoid over-whisking.
Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes. Press down gently to submerge all the bread. Let sit for 20-30 minutes or up to an hour for full absorption.
Fold in the chocolate chips gently, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
Pour the bread pudding mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top.
Bake for 45-55 minutes until the pudding is golden brown and the custard is set. A knife inserted should come out clean or with just a bit of moisture.
Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use stale bread for best results. Customize with different breads, milks, or add-ins like nuts or dried fruit. Serve with vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce, or whipped cream for extra indulgence.

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