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A close-up slice of decadent chocolate cream cheese bread pudding with molten chocolate chips and a gooey cream cheese center on a white plate.

Decadent Gooey Chocolate Cream Cheese Bread Pudding

This rich and comforting chocolate bread pudding is loaded with gooey chocolate chips and creamy pockets of cream cheese, making it the ultimate indulgent dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bread Pudding Base
  • 6 cups brioche or challah bread day-old, cubed
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 eggs large
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • powdered sugar for serving, optional

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Spread the bread cubes evenly in the baking dish and scatter the cream cheese cubes throughout.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, cream, eggs, sugars, melted butter, cocoa powder, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  4. Pour the chocolate custard evenly over the bread and gently press down to help it absorb the liquid.
  5. Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top and let rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until the center is set but still soft and the top is lightly crisp.
  7. Cool for 10 minutes before serving and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Serve warm for the best gooey texture. This dessert pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.