Creating Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding can be simple and enjoyable if you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Prepare the Bread: In a large bowl, add the cubed bread and set aside to allow it to dry out slightly.
3. Mix the Custard: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine Bread and Custard: Pour the custard mixture over the cubed bread. Gently fold the mixture to ensure all the bread is soaked.
5. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the bread and custard mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
9. Dust with Powdered Sugar: If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

By following these steps, you’ll create a delicious Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding that is sure to impress!