Chocolate Mole Bread Pudding

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan, bring the heavy cream and half-and-half just to a boil over high heat.
2. 2
   Put the chocolate chips in a large bowl, add the hot cream and stir until smooth.
3. 3
   Stir in the chile powder, cinnamon, cloves and salt.
4. 4
   In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs and egg yolks with the sugar.
5. 5
   Stir 1 cup of the chocolate cream into the eggs, then add the egg mixture to the remaining chocolate, stirring until smooth.
6. 6
   Add the cubed bread and toss to coat.
7. 7
   Let the bread soak for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. 8
   Preheat the oven to 325.
9. 9
   Pour the bread and chocolate mixture into a 9-by-13-inch nonreactive baking dish.
10. 10
    Cover with foil and bake for about 45 minutes, or until set.
11. 11
    Let stand, covered with foil, until ready to serve.