Heavenly Lemon Bread Pudding Recipe

Name: Heavenly Lemon Bread Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups of day old French bread or 3 cups Italian bread, in 1/2 inch cubes; 4 teaspoons grated lemons, zest of; 1 cup whipping cream; 1 cup whole milk; 1 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 large eggs, separated; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

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["Preheat oven to 325u00b0F.", "Butter the bottom only of a 2-quart casserole or souffle dish.", "Combine bread cubes and lemon zest in large bowl.", "Set aside.", "Combine whipping cream, milk, sugar, butter and salt in a heavy saucepan.", "Over medium heat, cook until butter melts, stirring occasionally.", "Pour over bread mixture, and toss.", "Allow to cool.", "Lightly beat the egg yolks, then beat in the lemon juice, and stir into the bread mixture.", "Set aside.", "Beat egg whites in large bowl of electric mixer until stiff peaks form.", "Do not overbeat.", "Gently fold egg whites into bread mixture.", "Pour bread mixture into prepared dish, and bake for 1 hour, or until a knife inserted 1 inch from center comes out clean.", "The top of the pudding should be golden brown.", "Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.", "Dust with confectioner's sugar, if desired.", "Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled.", "NOTE:*If your bread is less than a day old, you can""age"" it by placing slices in a 300u00b0F oven for 15 or 20 minutes, or until some of the moisture is baked out."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups of day old French bread or 3 cups Italian bread, in 1/2 inch cubes, 4 teaspoons grated lemons, zest of, 1 cup whipping cream, 1 cup whole milk, and more.

Yes, Heavenly Lemon 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Heavenly Lemon Bread Pudding

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