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Wild Berry Bread Pudding with Orange Sauce - Delicious dessert recipe
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Wild Berry Bread Pudding with Orange Sauce

A delightful dessert combining baked bread with fresh berries and a zesty orange-infused sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bread pudding, comfort food, Dessert Recipe, orange sauce, Wild Berries
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 400kcal

Ingredients

For the Bread Pudding

  • 6 cups cubed day-old bread Choose a good quality bread like brioche or challah.
  • 1 cup mixed wild berries Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
  • 4 large eggs Vital for creating a rich custard base.
  • 1 cup whole milk Adds creaminess to the mixture.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Enhances the pudding's texture.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Introduces a warm flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Adds a hint of spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Offers a slightly nutty undertone.
  • 1 zest of 1 orange Brightens the flavor profile.
  • butter for greasing Ensures pudding comes out smoothly.

For the Orange Sauce

  • 1/2 cup orange juice Base for the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar Balances the tartness of the juice.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Helps to thicken the sauce.
  • 1 zest of 1 orange Enhances the freshness of the flavor.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cubed day-old bread and mixed wild berries. Transfer this mixture to the prepared baking dish.

Making the Custard

  • In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest.
  • Pour this custard mixture over the bread and berries, ensuring every piece is well coated. Allow it to sit for 15-20 minutes.

Baking

  • Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.

Making the Orange Sauce

  • In a saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, unsalted butter, cornstarch, and orange zest. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened.

Serving

  • Once baked, let the bread pudding cool slightly. Serve warm, drizzled with the orange sauce.

Notes

Use stale bread for best absorption. Top with whipped cream or fresh mint for extra flavor.