Description
This Wild Berry Bread Pudding with Orange Sauce is a delightful, comforting dessert that combines the tart sweetness of mixed berries with a creamy, custardy bread base infused with fresh orange zest and juice. Baked to a golden perfection, it’s perfect for a cozy treat any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups stale bread, cubed
- 2 cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1 tbsp orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Layer bread and berries: Place the cubed stale bread evenly into the greased baking dish. Scatter the mixed berries evenly over the top of the bread layer to ensure bursts of fruit in every bite.
- Make custard mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a flavorful custard base.
- Combine custard with bread and berries: Pour the custard evenly over the layered bread and berries making sure the bread is thoroughly soaked for a rich texture.
- Bake the pudding: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set in the center.
- Cool and serve: Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally topped with whipped cream for added richness.
Notes
- Use stale bread for best texture as it absorbs the custard better without becoming too soggy.
- You can substitute the mixed berries with any fruit of your choice like cherries or apples.
- For a dairy-free version, replace milk with almond or oat milk.
- Make sure the pudding is fully set before removing from the oven to avoid a runny center.
- Serve immediately for best taste; leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated.
