Creamy Vanilla Milk Bread Pudding

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter.

2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, fresh cream, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla essence, and salt until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

3.Place the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish, spreading them evenly.

4.Pour the milk and cream mixture over the bread cubes, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure the bread absorbs the custard well. Let it sit for 10 minutes to soak.

5.Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the soaked bread mixture.

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

7.Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

8.Optionally, dust the top with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries or mint leaves for an elegant presentation.