Chocolate Bread Pudding

Health score
3%
Chocolate Bread Pudding
1500 min.
8
478kcal

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Indulge in the rich, decadent delight of Chocolate Bread Pudding, a dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a luxurious treat. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe is a celebration of chocolate that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. The combination of day-old baguette and fine-quality bittersweet chocolate creates a wonderfully textured pudding that is both comforting and sophisticated.

As the bread soaks in a luscious mixture of half-and-half, eggs, and vanilla, it absorbs all the flavors, resulting in a creamy, custard-like consistency that melts in your mouth. The gentle sweetness from the sugar balances the deep, intense chocolate, making each bite a heavenly experience. Topped with bits of unsalted butter that caramelize during baking, this dessert is a true showstopper.

Whether you’re serving it warm with a dollop of unsweetened whipped cream or letting it cool to enjoy later, Chocolate Bread Pudding is sure to impress. With a preparation time that allows for leisurely enjoyment, this dish is perfect for those who appreciate the art of cooking and the joy of sharing delicious food with loved ones. Dive into this delightful dessert and savor the rich flavors that make it a timeless classic!

Ingredients

  • 12 inch crusty baguette halved cut into 1/3-inch slices, then slices crosswise (4 cups)
  • 10 oz bittersweet chocolate unsweetened chopped (not )
  • large eggs 
  • cups half and half 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted cut into bits
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • servings whipped cream unsweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Generously butter a 2 1/2- to 3-quart soufflé dish. Put bread in dish.
  2. Heat half-and-half, sugar, and salt in a 2-quart saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, until sugar is dissolved and mixture is hot but not boiling.
  3. Remove from heat and add chocolate, then let stand 2 minutes.
  4. Whisk until smooth. Lightly beat eggs together in a large bowl and slowly add chocolate mixture, whisking until combined. Stir in vanilla.
  5. Pour mixture over bread and let soak at room temperature, pressing bread down occasionally, 1 hour.
  6. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 325°F.
  7. Dot top of pudding with butter bits.
  8. Bake in a hot water bath until edge is set but center still trembles slightly, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Cool pudding to warm in dish on a rack. (Pudding will continue to set as it cools.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories478kcal
Protein8.6%
Fat59.84%
Carbs31.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.61
Glycemic Load
10.4
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.249565114146%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:477.64kcal
23.88%
Fat:31.89g
49.07%
Saturated Fat:18.01g
112.56%
Carbohydrates:37.85g
12.62%
Net Carbohydrates:34.93g
12.7%
Sugar:30.09g
33.44%
Cholesterol:185.47mg
61.82%
Sodium:173.07mg
7.52%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Caffeine:30.48mg
10.16%
Protein:10.32g
20.64%
Phosphorus:262.43mg
26.24%
Selenium:18.24µg
26.06%
Manganese:0.5mg
25.03%
Copper:0.48mg
24.22%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.64%
Magnesium:77.73mg
19.43%
Iron:3.08mg
17.13%
Calcium:151.18mg
15.12%
Vitamin A:670.04IU
13.4%
Zinc:1.83mg
12.23%
Fiber:2.91g
11.66%
Potassium:387.85mg
11.08%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.89%
Vitamin B5:0.98mg
9.8%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.4%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.39%
Folate:24.71µg
6.18%
Vitamin D:0.83µg
5.51%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.21%
Vitamin K:4.32µg
4.11%
Vitamin B3:0.6mg
3.02%
Source:Epicurious