Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce is the ultimate cozy dessert. It’s warm, sweet, and ridiculously easy to make. Just a few simple ingredients—bread, milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla—transform into a soft, custardy treat with golden, caramelized edges. No fancy equipment, no complicated steps—just mix, bake, and enjoy. And when you drizzle on that rich, creamy vanilla sauce? Absolute dessert perfection.

Not only is this dessert delicious, but it also offers a surprisingly balanced mix of nutrients. The eggs provide protein, the milk adds calcium, and the bread gives you that satisfying, energy-boosting carb factor. You can easily adjust the ingredients to fit your needs—swap in whole wheat bread for extra fiber, use a milk alternative, or even add a spoonful of Greek yogurt for more protein. It’s indulgent without being over-the-top, making it a sweet treat you can actually feel good about.

Why You’ll Love This Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

• Super easy – No stress, no mess, just mix and bake!
• Single-serving – The perfect little treat just for you.
• Customizable – Adjust ingredients to fit your diet and taste.
• Quick and simple – Ready to eat in about 30 minutes.
• Warm and nostalgic – Like a hug in dessert form.
• Budget-friendly – Uses pantry staples you already have.

Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce

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Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce is a warm, comforting dessert that’s easy to make in a single-serving ramekin. With simple ingredients and a rich, creamy vanilla sauce, this classic treat is perfect for a quick and satisfying sweet fix.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Calories 260 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup bread (cubed)
• ⅓ cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp brown sugar can use granulated sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• pinch ground cinnamon

Vanilla Sauce

• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

 

• Preheat Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a ramekin.
• Prepare the Bread Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together milk, egg, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Stir in bread cubes, ensuring they soak up the mixture. Let sit for 5 minutes.
• Bake: Transfer the mixture to the ramekin. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and set in the center.
• Make the Vanilla Sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the cream and sugar. Stir in vanilla. For a thicker sauce, dissolve cornstarch in a teaspoon of water before adding it to the pan. Stir until slightly thickened.
• Serve: Drizzle the warm vanilla sauce over the bread pudding and enjoy!

Keyword Bread Pudding, Easy Desserts, Single Serve

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