Description
This Wild Berry Bread Pudding with Orange Sauce is a delightful twist on classic bread pudding, featuring a medley of fresh mixed berries and a bright, citrusy orange-infused custard. Perfect for a comforting dessert or a special brunch treat, it combines the sweetness of berries with the zesty aroma of orange, baked to a golden perfection.
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Layer Bread and Berries: Place the cubed stale bread evenly in the greased baking dish. Scatter the mixed berries on top to distribute fruit throughout the pudding.
- Prepare Custard Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice until fully combined to create a flavorful custard.
- Soak Bread: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and berries, making sure all the bread pieces absorb the liquid for a moist, rich pudding.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the pudding is set without jiggle.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread pudding cool slightly, then serve 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 mushy.
- You can substitute mixed berries with any other fruits like cherries or diced apples, depending on preference.
- For a dairy-free version, replace milk with almond or oat milk.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream pairs wonderfully as toppings.
