Wild Berry Bread Pudding with Orange Sauce
A delightful bread pudding featuring a blend of comforting bread and vibrant mixed berries, all drizzled with a bright orange sauce for a refreshing dessert experience.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 275kcal
Ingredients
Bread Pudding Base
- 4 cups cubed day-old bread Use any type you love; the drier the better.
- 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen) Choose blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries.
- 2 cups milk Creamy and rich.
- 1/2 cup sugar For sweetness.
- 4 large eggs Provides structure and richness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds fragrant warmth.
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Enhances fruity flavors.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Orange Sauce
- 1 tablespoon orange zest Brightens flavor.
- 1/4 cup orange juice Adds tanginess.
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch Thickens sauce.
- 1 tablespoon butter Adds richness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the cubed bread and mixed berries until evenly coated.
Baking
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
Orange Sauce
- While the bread pudding is baking, combine the orange juice, zest, sugar, and cornstarch in a small saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Serving
- Let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving, and drizzle the warm orange sauce over each serving.
Notes
For extra richness, add a touch of heavy cream to the milk. Consider adding dark chocolate chips for a twist. Allow bread to dry out for better absorption of the custard.