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Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding

Indulge in Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding Bliss

Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding is a rich and gooey dessert that blends chocolate and cream cheese, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 8 ounces Sweet bread (like brioche or challah) Fresh bread for best texture
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for binding
  • 2 cups Whole milk Can replace with plant-based milk
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Coconut cream works for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Adjust to taste or use an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese Flavored options can add a twist
  • 2 cups Dark chocolate chunks or chips Milk chocolate can be a sweeter alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter For greasing baking dish
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup Whipped cream or ice cream Optional topping for added indulgence

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
  2. Tear sweet bread into 1-inch pieces and scatter in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Whisk eggs in a large bowl, then add milk, cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until creamy.
  4. Pour custard mixture over torn bread and press down with a spatula. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Fold cream cheese and chocolate chunks into the bread mixture gently.
  6. Sprinkle remaining chocolate over the top of the mixture.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is slightly jiggly.
  8. Allow cooling for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the bread to soak for a minimum of 30 minutes for better flavor absorption. Use fresh bread for best results.

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