How to Make Grandmother's Bread Pudding - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly special about a recipe that has been passed down through generations, and that is exactly what Grandmother's Bread Pudding is. This timeless and comforting dessert has been a staple in our family for as long as I can remember, and it never fails to bring back wonderful memories of my grandmother's warm kitchen and her loving presence.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and ability to transform humble ingredients into a decadent and indulgent trea...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 cups day-old white or French bread, torn into small pieces
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 3 egg yolks
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 3 cups milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 9 servings

  • For pudding, combine first five ingredients in a large bowl. Add bread and raisins; mix well. Turn into a greased 9-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 50 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, for sauce, combine yolks, sugar and cornstarch in the top of a double boiler. Gradually add milk, stirring until smooth. Cook over boiling water, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats a metal spoon. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla. Serve pudding and sauce warm or chilled.