Fresh Berry Bread Pudding Recipe

Name: Fresh Berry Bread Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups French bread, cubed; 3 large eggs; 1 1/4 cups sugar; 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract; 1 1/4 tsp. nutmeg; 1 1/4 tsp. cinnamon; 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter; 2 cups skim milk; 1 1/2 cups fresh blackberries; 1 tsp. grated lemon zest; ice cream or whipped cream, optional garnish

Servings: persons

5 cups French bread, cubed
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
2 cups skim milk
1 1/2 cups fresh blackberries
1 tsp. grated lemon zest
ice cream or whipped cream, optional garnish

1
Grill the bread over direct medium heat until toasted and grill marks appear, about 2 minutes, turning once halfway through grilling time.
2
Cut bread into cubes and set aside.
3
In a large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, about 3 minutes.
4
Add the sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and melted butter.
5
Beat until well blended.
6
Add milk, then stir in blackberries and lemon zest.
7
Add bread cubes and toss until mixed well.
8
Let rest for about 45 minutes, patting the bread down into the liquid occasionally.
9
Transfer bread and egg mixture to a seasoned cast-iron skillet.
10
Cover bottom of skillet with foil to protect it from soot.
11
Place pan in center of cooking grate and grill over indirect medium heat for 50 to 60 minutes, or until top is well-browned and puffy.
12
Slice and serve warm, with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups French bread, cubed, 3 large eggs, 1 1/4 cups sugar, 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Fresh Berry Bread Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Fresh Berry Bread Pudding

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