Description
This delicious strawberry bread pudding combines the richness of brioche with fresh strawberries for a delightful dessert or brunch treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf brioche or challah bread, cut into cubes
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, for greasing dish
- Powdered sugar, for topping
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- PREPARE THE BAKING DISH: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter, making sure all sides are coated to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- LAYER THE BREAD AND STRAWBERRIES: Place half of the cubed bread evenly into the prepared dish, then add a layer of sliced strawberries, and finish with the remaining bread cubes spread evenly on top.
- MIX THE CUSTARD: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- SOAK THE BREAD: Slowly pour the custard mixture over the layered bread, ensuring all pieces are coated, then gently press the bread down so it absorbs the liquid evenly.
- CHILL OVERNIGHT: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 6–8 hours to allow the bread to fully absorb the custard.
- PREHEAT AND REST: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), then remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes before baking.
- BAKE THE CASSEROLE: Bake the casserole uncovered for 40–50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set with no excess liquid.
- FINISH AND SERVE: Allow the casserole to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
- This dish can be prepared a day in advance for easier serving.
- Feel free to substitute other fruits or add nuts for additional flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 200mg