Welcome to the world of Southern comfort! Introducing Lady May’s Famous Bread Pudding Recipe—a dessert steeped in Southern charm, exuding warmth, richness, and nostalgic flavors. This dish masterfully blends challah bread, creamy half-and-half, sugars, spices, and custard to give you an unforgettable dessert experience.
Bread pudding, born from a necessity to repurpose stale bread, has its roots in Southern kitchens, and this unique recipe goes one step ahead by choosing challah bread and a medley of other rich yet simple ingredients. It's not just a dessert—it's comfort food that brings people together and creates memories.
Here's a quick rundown of the essentials you need: challah bread, eggs, half-and-half, milk, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. For optional vanilla sauce, get heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and cornstarch.
Lady May’s Famous Bread Pudding is versatile, perfect for any occasion ranging from casual brunches to holiday feasts. Plus, it offers the convenience of being stored in the freezer and heated up for a quick, delectable dessert that tastes even better days later! Feel free to experiment with the recipe by adding fruit or chocolate chips, or even some bourbon in the vanilla sauce.
In a nutshell, Lady May’s Famous Bread Pudding embodies the best of Southern cooking—simple, soulful, and irresistibly delicious. Try it today and share your creation by tagging #LadyMaysBreadPudding on social media. We can't wait to see your delicious results!