Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding
A warm, comforting dessert made with day-old bread, cinnamon, and raisins, baked to golden perfection for Easter gatherings. This american-inspired easter ready in about 70 minutes pairs cubed day-old bread, milk, large eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 4 cups, cubed day-old bread
- 2 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp, melted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 2 tbsp melted butter.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 cups milk until well combined.
- Step 3: Add 4 cups cubed day-old bread and 1/2 cup raisins to the bowl, stirring until bread absorbs the liquid. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and bake for 45 minutes until set and golden brown.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (20 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cubed day-old bread from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cinnamon-Raisin Bread Pudding?
American easter like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick and delicious! I made it for my kids' Easter egg hunt, and they devoured it.
- ★★★★★
The raisins and cinnamon really shone through. Served with a dollop of whipped cream, it was divine.
- ★★★★★
My family loved the cozy warmth of this dish. It's become a new tradition for our Easter brunch.
