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Ali’s Chocolate Bread Pudding

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This is that old-school Italian-American dessert—born in a Brooklyn kitchen, built on tradition, and upgraded with chocolate. It’s cozy, indulgent, and even better the next day (if it lasts that long).

Prep 0 minCook 90 minTotal 90 min1 servingsMedium0 calories
Ali’s Chocolate Bread Pudding

Directions

Rich, custardy bread pudding layered with chocolate and raisins, baked until golden and finished with a soft, decadent center.

  1. 1.Soak the raisins:
  2. 2.Place raisins in a bowl, cover with water, and soak for about 1 hour. Drain and set aside.
  3. 3.Make the custard:
  4. 4.In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
  5. 5.Prep the bread:
  6. 6.Cut bread into thick pieces and lightly toast if soft. While still warm, spread butter on both sides.
  7. 7.Layer the pudding:
  8. 8.In a buttered loaf or baking dish, layer bread, raisins, and chocolate. Repeat until all ingredients are used, finishing with raisins and chocolate on top.
  9. 9.Add the custard:
  10. 10.Pour custard evenly over the bread. Press down gently so everything soaks through.
  11. 11.Chill:
  12. 12.Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
  13. 13.Bake:
  14. 14.Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the dish in a larger pan and add hot water halfway up the sides (water bath). Cover with foil and bake for about 1½ hours until set.
  15. 15.Cool and serve:
  16. 16.Let cool for at least 1 hour. Slice and serve with whipped cream or ice cream.

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