Festive Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed stale bread and raisins. Set aside.

3.In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, whole milk, and heavy cream until well combined.

4.Pour the egg mixture over the bread and raisins, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Let it sit for about 15 minutes to absorb the liquid.

5.Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Pour the bread mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly.

6.Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the top of the bread pudding.

7.Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

8.Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

9.Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve warm.