Description

Lemon Berry Bread Pudding is a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the comforting textures of custard-soaked bread with the bright flavors of fresh berries and zesty lemon. This dish is ideal for brunch gatherings or as a satisfying finale to any meal. With its sweet and tangy lemon butter sauce, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this bread pudding allows you to enjoy a gourmet treat that is both accessible and versatile.

Ingredients

Scale

1 loaf Pasquier Sliced Brioche (17.6 ounces)
4 tablespoons butter (melted)
4 eggs
2 1/4 cups milk
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
2 cups assorted fresh berries
For Lemon Butter Sauce: 3/4 cup sugar, 6 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons water, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Spread cubed brioche on a baking sheet and toast for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
In a large bowl, combine warm bread cubes with melted butter.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and lemon zest until smooth.
Coat an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish with butter.
Layer half of the bread in the dish followed by half of the berries; repeat layers.
Pour custard mixture over the layers and gently press down.
Bake uncovered for about 45–50 minutes until set and golden brown.
Cool for at least 20 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approximately 150g)
Calories: 305
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 240mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 145mg

Keywords: Use slightly stale brioche for better custard absorption. Allow the assembled pudding to rest before baking for optimal flavor integration. Feel free to mix different types of berries or add spices like cinnamon for variety.