Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding, a delightful dessert that beautifully combines creamy chocolate with tangy cream cheese. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for family gatherings, festive occasions, or cozy nights at home. With its gooey center and luscious texture, every bite promises a sumptuous experience that will leave chocolate lovers craving more. Prepare it ahead of time to impress your guests without the stress of last-minute baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf sweet bread (brioche or challah), torn into 1-inch pieces
- 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, chilled and cubed
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chunks, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
- Evenly place the torn bread in the prepared baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard over the bread and press gently to submerge. Soak for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
- Stir in cream cheese cubes and 1 cup of dark chocolate chunks after soaking.
- Sprinkle remaining chocolate on top and bake for 45-55 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling for about 15-20 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg