Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding, a delightful dessert that combines creamy chocolate with tangy cream cheese. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or cozy nights in. With its gooey center and luscious texture, every bite promises a sumptuous experience that chocolate lovers will crave. Prepare it in advance for a hassle-free dessert that is sure to impress your guests while bringing warmth to your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf sweet bread (brioche or challah)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Tear the sweet bread into 1-inch pieces and place evenly in the baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread and press gently to ensure saturation; let soak for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
- Fold in cream cheese cubes and 1 cup of dark chocolate chunks evenly throughout the mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate on top and bake for about 45-55 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling for 15-20 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg