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N.O. School of Cooking King Cake Bread Pudding

A delightful blend of creamy custard and soft bread, infused with the rich flavors of cinnamon and vanilla, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Creole
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Pudding
  • 1 king cake day-old king cake cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk or cream adjust for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Prepare the king cake by cutting it into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Whisk together eggs and milk in a large bowl until fully combined.
  4. Combine the king cake cubes with the egg mixture, gently folding them together. Let this sit for about 15 minutes.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  7. Cool slightly before serving.
Glaze
  1. Mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and drizzleable.
  2. Drizzle this sweet glaze generously over each serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Top each slice with whipped cream for extra indulgence.

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