Fresh Berry Bread Pudding
- Ready In:
- 2hrs
- Ingredients:
- 11
- Serves:
-
6
ingredients
- 5 cups French bread, cubed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1⁄4 cups sugar
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1⁄4 teaspoons nutmeg
- 1 1⁄4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups skim milk
- 1 1⁄2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- ice cream or whipped cream, optional garnish
directions
- Grill the bread over direct medium heat until toasted and grill marks appear, about 2 minutes, turning once halfway through grilling time.
- Cut bread into cubes and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and melted butter. Beat until well blended.
- Add milk, then stir in blackberries and lemon zest.
- Add bread cubes and toss until mixed well.
- Let rest for about 45 minutes, patting the bread down into the liquid occasionally.
- Transfer bread and egg mixture to a seasoned cast-iron skillet.
- Cover bottom of skillet with foil to protect it from soot.
- Place pan in center of cooking grate and grill over indirect medium heat for 50 to 60 minutes, or until top is well-browned and puffy.
- Slice and serve warm, with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
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