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### 🥄 Serving Suggestions
* Serve warm bread pudding with a generous drizzle of vanilla sauce.
* Top with a scoop of **vanilla ice cream** or a dollop of **whipped cream** for an extra treat.
* Sprinkle with **cinnamon sugar** or **powdered sugar** for a beautiful finish.
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### 💡 Tips for the Best Bread Pudding
* Use **day-old bread** — it soaks up the custard without getting soggy.
* For extra flavor, try using **brioche**, **challah**, or **cinnamon-raisin bread**.
* Add-ins like **chocolate chips, coconut, or dried fruit** can elevate the flavor even more.
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### 🧊 Storage & Reheating
* **Refrigerate** leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
* **Reheat** in the oven at 300°F or microwave individual servings.
* **Vanilla sauce** can be stored separately and gently reheated before serving.
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### Final Thoughts
**Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce** is more than just dessert — it’s a warm hug on a plate. It reminds us of slower times, family dinners, and the joy of making something wonderful out of the simplest ingredients.
Whether you’re making it for Sunday supper, the holidays, or just a cozy night in, this recipe brings the love and tradition of generations right to your table.
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Would you like a printable recipe card or a version with a bourbon sauce twist? I’d be happy to help!
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