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Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding

Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Cherry dessert, bread pudding, holiday dessert, sweet treats
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups day-old bread, cubed (I use Brioche or Challah)
  • 1-1/2 cups cherries, halved and pitted
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3 lrg eggs
  • 1-1/2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease an 8x8 baking dish.
  • Layer bread cubes, cherries and chocolate chips in the dish.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, almond extract, cinnamon and salt.
  • Pour mixture over bread cubes and gently press down. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to let bread soak up mixture.
  • Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes or until center is set.
  • Cool slightly before serving.
  • Serving Tip: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate sauce.
Keyword bread pudding, chocolate cherry dessert, winter desserts, holiday baking, cherry recipes
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