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Cuban Bread Pudding Recipe

Cuban Bread Pudding Recipe (Pan de Budin)

This classic Cuban Bread Pudding Recipe, or pan de budin, is a deliciously spiced dessert that transforms stale bread into a creamy, comforting delight. Made with a custard base of milk, eggs, sugar, and warm spices, it’s an easy and budget-friendly dish perfect for dessert, brunch, or even breakfast. It’s also endlessly customizable—toss in raisins, drizzle with caramel, or serve chilled with whipped cream!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups stale Cuban bread cubed
  • 2 cups whole milk or plant-based milk
  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup raisins optional: soaked in rum
  • Pinch of salt
  • Butter for greasing pan

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 8x8 or 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Oven
  • Butter or cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Prepare Bread: Cube your stale Cuban bread and place it into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Make Custard: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt.
  4. Soak Bread: Pour the custard over the bread cubes and let sit for 15 minutes to absorb the liquid.
  5. Add Raisins: Gently fold in raisins or other optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
  6. Transfer & Bake: Pour mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool & Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving warm, or refrigerate and serve chilled.
    Cuban Bread Pudding Recipe

Notes

Substitute Cuban bread with French or Italian bread if needed.
Add a splash of rum or a layer of guava paste for a tropical twist.
Top with caramel sauce, whipped cream, or dulce de leche for extra indulgence.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheat in the oven or microwave; add a splash of milk to keep it moist.
Cuban Bread Pudding Recipe