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Ruth’s Chris Bread Pudding

Ruth’s Chris Bread Pudding: A Comforting Dessert Delight

Ruth’s Chris Bread Pudding is a heartwarming dessert made with leftover bread, bourbon, and spices, creating a nostalgic comfort food experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Pudding
  • 6 cups day-old bread Torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups whole milk Can substitute with almond milk
  • 4 large eggs For binding
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated, or use brown sugar
  • 1 cup raisins Can be swapped for dried cranberries
  • 2 cups diced apples Firm varieties like Granny Smith
  • 0.25 cup bourbon Or use vanilla extract for a non-alcoholic option
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Use freshly grated for better flavor
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg Use freshly grated for better flavor
For Serving
  • 1 cup whipped cream Optional, for serving
  • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream Optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and whisk together 2 cups of milk, 4 large eggs, 1 cup of sugar, and a teaspoon each of cinnamon and nutmeg until smooth and frothy.
  2. Fold in 1 cup of raisins and 2 cups of diced apples into the custard mixture.
  3. Tear 6 cups of day-old bread into bite-sized pieces and mix into the custard until soaked.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and bake for 55 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This recipe is suitable for variations with different fruits or spices. Consider checking for doneness by inserting a knife in the center.

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