If you’ve ever dreamed of combining your love for chocolate with the comforting warmth of a homemade dessert, this Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Cream Cheese Glaze is calling your name. It’s rich, gooey, perfectly sweet, and just indulgent enough to make every bite feel like a special occasion.
This dish layers two irresistible elements—decadent chocolate bread pudding and a velvety cream cheese glaze—into one unforgettable dessert. It’s exactly the kind of recipe you whip up when you want to spoil your guests (or yourself) with something seriously good.
Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Cream Cheese Glaze
This Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Cream Cheese Glaze is a rich and decadent dessert that combines chocolate-studded bread pudding with a sweet and tangy glaze. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you're craving something indulgent!
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 55 min | Total: min
Servings: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 8 cups day-old brioche or challah bread, cubed
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk (more if needed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Place bread cubes and chocolate chips in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Pour over the bread mixture and let sit for 15–20 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. Bake for 45–55 minutes until golden and set in the center.
- To make the glaze, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, mixing until desired consistency is reached.
- Drizzle glaze over slightly cooled bread pudding. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 24 g
- Carbs: 46 g
- Protein: 7 g
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Facebook PinterestWhy You’ll Love This Dessert
The combination of melty dark chocolate chips tucked between cubes of pillowy brioche or challah is simply magical. As it bakes, the custard soaks into every piece of bread, creating a soft, luscious texture inside with a lightly crisped top. And then comes the glaze…
The cream cheese glaze takes it all to another level. Sweet, tangy, and ultra-smooth, it perfectly balances the richness of the pudding and adds a glossy, elegant finish that makes this dessert totally irresistible.
Tips for Bread Pudding Success
- Use day-old bread. Slightly stale brioche or challah is ideal—it soaks up the custard without turning mushy.
- Don’t rush the soak. Letting the bread sit in the custard before baking ensures every bite is soft and flavorful.
- Go dark on the chocolate. Using dark or bittersweet chips gives you a bolder, more grown-up flavor that contrasts beautifully with the sweet glaze.
- Adjust the glaze to your liking. Add more milk for a thinner drizzle or more powdered sugar for a thicker, icing-like consistency.
Make It Your Own
This recipe is fantastic as-is, but if you want to customize it, try these variations:
- Add toasted pecans or walnuts for crunch.
- Swirl in a few spoonfuls of Nutella or peanut butter before baking.
- Use cinnamon raisin bread or croissants for extra flair.
- Top with fresh berries or chocolate shavings for a garnish that wows.
Serving Suggestions
This dessert is best served warm, straight from the oven with that cream cheese glaze oozing over the top. It’s perfect for:
- Dinner parties where you want to impress without stress
- Holiday gatherings when only something rich and cozy will do
- Rainy-day baking sessions just because you deserve it
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for even more decadence, or enjoy it with a piping hot cup of coffee to balance the richness.
Final Thoughts
When it comes to comfort desserts, this Double Chocolate Bread Pudding with Cream Cheese Glaze is a guaranteed winner. It’s chocolatey, creamy, and downright dreamy—everything you could ask for in a baked treat.
Whether you’re making it for a celebration or just to spoil yourself on a quiet evening, this is one dessert you’ll want to make again and again.
