Chocolate Cream Bread Pudding is a delightful and indulgent dessert that marries the comforting textures of bread pudding with the rich flavor of chocolate. This creamy bread pudding is an excellent way to utilize stale bread, turning it into a luxurious treat that is sure to impress chocolate lovers. It’s an easy chocolate pudding dessert that can bring joy to any gathering or family meal. The combination of creamy custard and melt-in-your-mouth chocolate makes it a crowd favorite, perfect for celebrations or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale:
8 cups stale bread, cubed (preferably brioche or challah)
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
4 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Chocolate sauce, for drizzling
Whipped cream, optional
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the stale bread cubes and chocolate chips. Set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
Pour the custard mixture over the bread and chocolate mixture, ensuring all bread pieces are soaked. Allow it to sit for about 15-20 minutes.
Carefully fold the mixture to evenly distribute the chocolate chips.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted comes out clean.
Let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
