Old Family Recipe German Bread Pudding

Name: Old Family Recipe German Bread Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 loaf bread, cubed; 2 tablespoons cinnamon; 4 eggs, separated; 4 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 cups whole milk; 1/2 cup butter, cut into small pieces; 3 teaspoons vanilla, divided; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; 3 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350'.
2
Grease a 9x11 casserole.
3
Place cubed bread in a large casserole and sprinkle with cinnamon. Toss gently. Set aside.
4
In a small bowl, combine egg yolks and corn starch. Beat thoroughly until light yellow and fluffy.
5
Set egg whites aside.
6
In a large saucepan, combine sugar, salt and milk on medium high heat, stirring constantly, until boiling. Add a very small amount to the egg yolk mixture, stirring well. Continue adding hot milk mixture to eggs a small amount at a time until it is very warm and pourable.
7
Add the egg mixture to the hot milk, stirring well. Return to boiling and allow to boil, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat and add butter and vanilla. Do not stir.
8
In a medium mixing bowl combine egg whites and cream of tarter. Beat on high speed of an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Slowly add sugar and vanilla and beat until shiny and firm peaks form. Set aside.
9
Mix the butter and vanilla into the custard well. Pour over the bread and mix gently. Carefully spread the meringue over the pudding and place in preheated oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until peaks are brown.
10
Serve warm or cold.

917

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 loaf bread, cubed, 2 tablespoons cinnamon, 4 eggs, separated, 4 tablespoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Old Family Recipe German 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!