Warm and Gooey Nutella-Filled Bread Pudding
_Hey there, folks! I ain't here to judge your sweet tooth, but I do have a nifty little recipe to share that'll knock your socks off – Nutella Bread Pudding. Now, this ain't your mama's bread pudding; it's got a twist that'll make you wonder why you never gave it a shot before.
Equipment: An 8-inch square baking dish
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Here's the lowdown on the ingredients:
- Bread slices: Enough 1/4-inch slices of home-style or bakery white bread or baguette, with or without the crusts, to cover the bottom of an 8-inch square baking dish, not too tightly, with 2 layers of bread
- Nutella: 1/4 to 1/3 cup. Yep, you read that right.
- Eggs: 5 large eggs
- Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Salt: Scant 1/8 teaspoon
- Milk: 1 1/4 cups
- Heavy cream: 1 1/4 cups
Now, let's get cookin'!
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Fit the bread slices snugly into the baking dish. If the bread is fresh, bake it for 5 minutes on each side, or until lightly toasted. Let it cool before proceeding.
- Spread Nutella on one side of each slice of bread. Cut or break large whole slices (not baguette slices) into 4 pieces each. Arrange the bread, Nutella side facing up, in the baking dish in one layer of overlapping pieces, with crusts attractively on display.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk and cream. Pour the egg mixture through a strainer into the baking dish. Cover the pudding with plastic wrap and press any floating bread pieces back into the egg mixture. Let stand for at least 15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
- Bake the pudding in the preheated oven for about 50 to 55 minutes. The knife inserted into the pudding should come out free of custard (or with a little Nutella clinging to it). Let it cool for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serving suggestions: Enjoy it warm or at room temperature. Cold leftover pudding is divine, but you could also reheat it in the microwave on medium power for a few seconds.
That's all, folks! Happy baking and indulging!
- Due to the amount of Nutella used, it might be interesting to consider using a healthier spread for these Nutella Bread Pudding recipes, as an uncategorized option for those who are watching their nutrition.
- The bread used for this recipe can be substituted with a whole grain variety or gluten-free bread, making it suitable for additional dietary preferences.
- In the baking process, ensure that the bread slices are arranged in overlapping pieces to create a visually appealing presentation.
- The Nutella Bread Pudding can be cut into 1-inch slices during serving, allowing for even portions with the right balance of bread, Nutella, and custard.
