Best Chocolate Bread Pudding For Two Recipes

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ULTIMATE CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING



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When I really want to impress guests, I serve this decadent bread pudding. With just a few staple ingredients-bread, eggs, sugar and chocolate-I'm able to turn out this masterpiece in no time! -Erin Chilcoat, Smithtown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup butter, divided
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup packed light brown sugar
3 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound egg bread or challah, cubed
SAUCE:
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 large egg yolk
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup flaked coconut, toasted
2 to 3 teaspoons brandy, optional
SWEETENED WHIPPED CREAM:
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons brandy, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9-in. springform pan with 1 tablespoon butter. Cube remaining butter; place in a small saucepan. Add chocolate chips and brown sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, espresso powder and salt. Gently stir in bread; let stand until bread is softened, about 15 minutes. Fold in chocolate mixture. Transfer to prepared pan. Bake, uncovered, until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 45-55 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 15 minutes., Meanwhile, for sauce, heat cream in a small heavy saucepan until bubbles form around sides. In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolk, brown sugar and salt. Whisk a small amount of hot cream into egg mixture; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon. Stir in butter. Fold in pecans and coconut. If desired, stir in brandy. Cool., For whipped cream, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and, if desired, brandy; beat until soft peaks form., Loosen sides of pan with a knife. Carefully run a knife around edge of springform pan to loosen; remove rim from pan. Serve pudding warm with sauce and whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts :

BREAD PUDDING FOR TWO



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THIS tried-and-true dessert was printed in a cookbook published by a local organization. I have made a few changes, and it has become one of our favorite desserts. I like to eat mine warm with a dollop of whipped cream...but my husband eats his cold with a scoop of ice cream! -Romaine Wetzel, Ronks, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups day-old buttered bread cubes (2 slices)
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Divide bread between two greased 8-oz. baking dishes; set aside. In a bowl, beat eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Pour over bread. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool slightly. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 229mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 cups cut-up stale bread
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
2 tablespoons cocoa
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup chocolate chips
Salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place bread in a round, buttered, deep dish pie plate. In a medium bowl whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, a dash of salt, vanilla, cocoa, and cinnamon . Add chocolate chips. Pour over bread and gently mix. Let sit for 15 minutes, so bread can absorb mixture. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until firm but not dry.

CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING



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This is a fun recipe because the chocolate makes it different from traditional bread pudding. It's a rich, comforting dessert. -Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ounces semisweet chocolate
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 slices day-old bread, crusts removed, cut into cubes (about 3 cups)
Optional toppings: Confectioners' sugar and whipped cream

Steps:

  • In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Stir in cream; set aside. , In a large bowl, whisk sugar, milk, egg, vanilla and salt. Stir in chocolate mixture. Add bread cubes and toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. , Spoon into 2 greased 2-cup souffle dishes. Bake at 350° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes. , If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and top with a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 145mg cholesterol, Sodium 656mg sodium, Carbohydrate 105g carbohydrate (79g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING



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This chocolate bread pudding can be served warm, room temperature, or cold. To chill, let the dessert cool completely, then cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least one hour or overnight.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Puddings & Custards     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter, plus more for baking dish
8 slices (8 ounces) cinnamon-raisin bread
2 cups milk
3 ounces semisweet chocolate
2 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly butter an 11-by-7-inch (or 9-inch square) baking dish; set aside. Toast bread (in the oven or toaster) until lightly crisped.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine milk, chocolate, and butter; place over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until chocolate has melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Tear bread into large pieces (about 4 or 5 per slice); scatter evenly in prepared baking dish. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla. Whisk in warm milk mixture until combined. Pour over bread.
  • Bake until pudding has puffed and is firm, about 25 minutes. Cool at least 10 minutes, and dust with confectioners' sugar just before serving.

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