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Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding

Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding for Cozy Nights

This Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding offers a warm, gooey dessert experience, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 8 slices sweet bread (brioche or challah) fresh bread works best
  • 4 large eggs acts as a binder
  • 2 cups whole milk can be swapped with plant-based milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with dairy-free alternatives if desired
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure vanilla for best results
  • 1 pinch salt balances sweetness
For the Creamy Layer
  • 8 ounces cream cheese elevates taste; flavored varieties can be used
For Chocolate Goodness
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chunks/chips consider dividing for mixing and topping
For Preparation
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for greasing the baking dish

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
  2. Tear the sweet bread into 1-inch pieces and scatter across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the torn bread and press down to help it soak. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in cream cheese cubes and 1 cup of dark chocolate chunks gently to distribute.
  6. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of dark chocolate before baking.
  7. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Cool for 15 to 20 minutes before serving to achieve perfect gooey texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using fresh brioche or challah enhances texture. Allowing 30 minutes to soak the bread is crucial for flavor absorption.

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