Description

Warm, gooey, and overflowing with cinnamon-spiced sweetness, this *Cinnamon Roll Bread Pudding* is your answer to the perfect cozy brunch or easy dessert. With pillowy cubes of brioche soaked in creamy vanilla custard, baked until golden, and finished with a buttery cinnamon sugar crust, it’s a comforting treat made from simple ingredients. Whether you’re craving quick breakfast ideas, indulgent food ideas for a holiday table, or a make-ahead dish that wows at dinner parties, this easy recipe delivers bakery-level flavor with homemade heart.

Ingredients

6 cups brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

4 large eggs

2 cups whole milk

1/2 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup light brown sugar

2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze, optional)

1–2 tablespoons milk or cream (for glaze, optional)

Maple syrup, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Grease an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

2. Cut brioche or challah into 1-inch cubes. If bread is fresh, lightly toast in oven at 300°F for 5–7 minutes.

3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt until well combined.

4. Add bread cubes to the custard and toss gently to coat. Let sit for 20 minutes to absorb the liquid.

5. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle nuts if using, then drizzle melted butter on top.

6. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle over the pudding.

7. Bake at 350°F for 35–45 minutes, or until golden brown and the center is set but still soft.

8. Whisk powdered sugar with milk or cream to make a glaze. Drizzle over warm pudding.

9. Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dollop of whipped cream.

Notes

Use day-old bread for best custard absorption without getting soggy.

Let the bread soak for a full 20 minutes before baking to ensure even flavor and texture.

The cinnamon sugar topping gives a crisp caramelized crust—don’t skip it!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (1/9 of dish)
Calories: 310
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 105mg

Keywords: cinnamon roll bread pudding, easy dessert, brunch ideas, bread pudding, baked breakfast