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Chocolate Bread Pudding

Decadent Chocolate Bread Pudding That Everyone Will Love

This Chocolate Bread Pudding is a rich, velvety dessert that everyone will adore.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Soaking Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 8 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chopped, reserve some for topping.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Substitute with heavy cream or almond milk if desired.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Unsweetened is recommended.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1/4 cup Bourbon Omit or substitute with coffee for non-alcoholic.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Optional, adds warmth.
  • 4 Large Eggs Essential for binding.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure for best flavor.
For the Base
  • 4 cups Challah Bread Cubes Can substitute with brioche or sturdy French bread.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chocolate Bread Pudding
  1. Chop the semi-sweet chocolate into ¼-inch chunks and reserve about ⅓ cup for topping.
  2. In a saucepan, combine whole milk, sugar, and cocoa powder over medium heat until gentle boil. Remove from heat and stir in butter, bourbon, and cinnamon.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and vanilla. Gradually stir in warm chocolate custard to combine smoothly.
  4. Add cubed challah to custard mixture and let soak for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  5. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  6. Transfer soaked mixture to baking dish, sprinkle on reserved chocolate chunks, and bake for 45-55 minutes until set.
  7. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, soak the mixture overnight in the refrigerator and use stale bread for better absorption.

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