MICROWAVE CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING

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For an easy dessert that's sure to be a family favorite, make chocolate bread pudding. Use your imagination and add a fun topping like a chocolate kiss or sliced strawberries. -Julie Johnson, Westminster, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings (2 cups whipped cream).

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 eggs, beaten
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 cup chocolate syrup
9 slices white bread, cubed
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
Crushed peppermint candies, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, and syrup. Gently stir in bread; let stand for 15 minutes or until bread is softened., Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Microwave at 50% power for 18-22 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and extracts; beat until soft peaks form. Serve with bread pudding. Sprinkle with candies if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 189mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.