Deliciously Creamy Eggnog Bread Pudding for Holiday Cheer

This Eggnog Bread Pudding is a creamy, festive dessert that combines eggnog, nutmeg, and vanilla for a delightful holiday treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 50

Soaking Time 10

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Custard

4 cups Eggnog Store-bought is fine.
4 large Eggs Essential for binding.
¾ cup Granulated Sugar Balances sweetness.
1 teaspoon Nutmeg Sprinkle more for extra spice.
1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds depth and warmth.
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Sweet aromatic note.

For the Bread

6 cups Stale Bread Brioche or challah preferred.

For the Topping

4 tablespoons Butter For greasing and sauce.
½ cup Brown Sugar Key for caramel sauce.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Small Saucepan

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
Slice stale bread into one-inch cubes and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Whisk together eggs, eggnog, granulated sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl.
Fold the custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Allow to sit for 10 minutes.
Pour the mixture into the baking dish and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until golden and set.
Melt butter in a saucepan, stir in brown sugar until dissolved to create a caramel sauce.
Drizzle the caramel sauce over warm slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, serve warm drizzled with brown sugar sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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