chocolate bread pudding

i was torn between martha's recipe or this one
this morning i had no time to think further
i had  to rush! its over 7am!!!
so, i chose the easier ones
well.. thats just me.. always look for easiest way :p

mmm... am lovin' it! ;)

source: oneperfectbite

• 5 to 6 cups chocolate or white bread, cut in 1-inch cubes <-- 8pcs of gardenia & toast it
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 cups whole milk <-- 1/2cup heavy cream + 1 1/2cup milk
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar <-- 2tbs of brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt <-- 1tbs of salted butter, melted  
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2-1/2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• Optional: whipped cream for garnish <-- neii.. nil.

1. Preheat 350 degrees F. Place bread in a buttered 9 x 9-inch baking pan. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Set aside.
2. Place eggs, milk, sugar, salt, vanilla, cocoa and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine. 
3. Pour over bread and mix gently. Let sit for 15 minutes.<-- i prefer it to be a bit crunchy.. so it went off into the oven immediately. plus am pressed for time ;)
4. Bake for 40 minutes until firm but not dry. <-- i bake for 25mins only. just nice for me ;)
5. Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with whipped cream if desired. Yield: 8 servings.

note:
the blue font is my modifications

verdict:
for someone who like bread pudding.. and chocolate..
its very satisfying and heavenly!
but my sweet tooth beckones for more sweetness!!
mm.. tak boleh layan manis2 sgt since harga gula dah naik :(