Chocolate Bread Pudding Recipe

Ingredients

1 tbsp. butter

8 slice cinnamon-raisin bread

2 c. milk

3 oz. semisweet chocolate

2 large eggs

1/2 c. granulated sugar

1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

1 tbsp. confectioners’ sugar

Preparation

Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter an 11-by-7-inch (or 9-inch square) baking dish; set aside. Toast bread (in the oven or toaster) until lightly crisped.Step 2In a medium saucepan, combine milk, chocolate, and butter; place over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until chocolate has melted, about 5 minutes.Step 3Tear bread into large pieces (about 4 or 5 per slice); scatter evenly in prepared baking dish. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla. Whisk in warm milk mixture until combined. Pour over bread.Step 4Bake until pudding has puffed and is firm, about 25 minutes. Cool at least 10 minutes, and dust with confectioners’ sugar just before serving.