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Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding

Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding for Cozy Nights

This Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding combines creamy richness with a gooey center, transforming leftover bread into a delightful dessert perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Soak Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 slices sweet bread brioche or challah works beautifully
  • 4 large eggs adds richness
  • 2 cups whole milk contributes creaminess
  • 1 cup heavy cream enhances richness
For the Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar adjust to preference
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract opt for pure extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
For the Creamy Tang
  • 8 oz cream cheese chill and cube for easier mixing
For the Chocolate
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chunks intense chocolate flavor
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter to grease the baking dish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
  3. Tear your sweet bread into 1-inch pieces and scatter them evenly in the baking dish.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together large eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
  5. Pour the custard mixture over the torn bread pieces, gently pressing down to ensure they are well submerged. Soak for 30 minutes.
  6. After soaking, gently stir in cubed cream cheese and dark chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chunks on top of the pudding mixture.
  8. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes.
  9. Once baked, allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This recipe is forgiving, allowing you to experiment with different types of bread and chocolate levels to your taste.

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