How to Make Bread Pudding With Challah Bread
Cut the challah bread into 1-inch (2.54-cm) thick slices, and cut each slice into 1-inch (2.54-cm) cubes., Place the challah bread cubes into a single layer in the baking dish to make bread pudding. , Sprinkle a layer of chocolate chips or dried...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Cut the challah bread into 1-inch (2.54-cm) thick slices
You can also spread a coating of jam on top of the first layer of bread. , Set the baking dish aside. , Use 4 eggs for a less-rich pudding and 6 for a richer pudding. , Add 4 cups of milk to the mixture along with 1 tsp. vanilla extract and the melted butter.
Beat to combine.
You can substitute brandy or another liqueur for 1 to 2 tablespoons of the milk if you would like. , Coat the bread cubes evenly with the custard mixture.
You don't want any dry cubes in the challah bread pudding. ,,, The mixture should soak for about 15 minutes. ,,, You can also turn on the broiler and slide the bread pudding into the broiler for 5 minutes to brown the top. , You can also leave it plain. , -
Step 2: and cut each slice into 1-inch (2.54-cm) cubes.
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Step 3: Place the challah bread cubes into a single layer in the baking dish to make bread pudding.
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Step 4: Sprinkle a layer of chocolate chips or dried fruit on top of the first layer of bread cubes.
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Step 5: Add another layer of bread cubes
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Step 6: and then add a third layer if there is room.
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Step 7: Break between 4 to 6 eggs into a mixing bowl
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Step 8: depending on how rich you want the challah bread pudding to be.
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Step 9: Add 1 cup of sugar to the eggs
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Step 10: and beat with an electric mixer until combined and the sugar is dissolved.
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Step 11: Pour the egg and milk mixture over the top of the challah bread in the baking dish.
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Step 12: Sprinkle dried fruits or chocolate chips on top of the bread cubes if you'd like.
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Step 13: Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius).
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Step 14: Let the bread cubes absorb the custard mixture while the oven preheats.
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Step 15: Cover the baking dish with a layer of aluminum foil so that the bread cubes on top do not brown too quickly.
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Step 16: Slide the baking dish into the oven
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Step 17: and bake for about 45 to 60 minutes until the custard mixture is set and not liquid anymore.
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Step 18: Remove the aluminum foil from the baking dish
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Step 19: and let it cook for another 10 to 15 minutes to brown the top.
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Step 20: Sprinkle powdered sugar or cinnamon on top of the challah bread pudding.
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Step 21: Serve with whipped cream or a dollop of jam if you'd like.
Detailed Guide
You can also spread a coating of jam on top of the first layer of bread. , Set the baking dish aside. , Use 4 eggs for a less-rich pudding and 6 for a richer pudding. , Add 4 cups of milk to the mixture along with 1 tsp. vanilla extract and the melted butter.
Beat to combine.
You can substitute brandy or another liqueur for 1 to 2 tablespoons of the milk if you would like. , Coat the bread cubes evenly with the custard mixture.
You don't want any dry cubes in the challah bread pudding. ,,, The mixture should soak for about 15 minutes. ,,, You can also turn on the broiler and slide the bread pudding into the broiler for 5 minutes to brown the top. , You can also leave it plain. ,
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