Baked pudding casserole

Baked pudding casserole is a comforting, custard-based dessert, often made with bread, eggs, milk, and sugar, and baked until set. It's a classic example of a bread pudding, a dish found in various forms across many cuisines, particularly in European and American home cooking.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates and fat, providing a good source of energy and some protein from the eggs and dairy. A single serving can range from 300 to 450 calories, depending on the richness of the ingredients and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	9 g
Carbs	45 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	25 g
Sodium	220 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Phosphorus	140 mg
Selenium	10 mcg
Choline	45 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Bread pudding is a historic 'waste-not' dish, originally created to use up stale bread, transforming simple leftovers into a rich and satisfying dessert. Nutritionally, it offers a quick energy boost from its carbs and fats, but is best enjoyed as an occasional treat.