This simple baked dessert is the kind of cozy, budget-friendly treat that feels right at home on a Grandparents Day table. Using dry wide egg noodles in an unexpected way creates a soft, pudding-like bake with very little prep, making it perfect when you want something sweet and comforting without a long ingredient list or a lot of fuss.
Serve this warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a spoonful of lightly sweetened berries if you want to brighten it up. For a family gathering, I also like to put out coffee for the grown-ups and cold milk for the kids, since this dessert has that old-fashioned baked sweetness that pairs so nicely with simple drinks.
4-Ingredient Oven Baked Grandparents Day Dessert
Servings: 6
Ingredients
8 ounces dry uncooked wide egg noodles
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an oven-safe casserole dish so the dessert releases easily after baking.
2. Spread the dry uncooked wide egg noodles evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and sugar until the sugar is mostly dissolved and the mixture looks smooth.
4. Pour the milk mixture evenly over the noodles, pressing the noodles down gently if needed so they are mostly covered.
5. Bake uncovered for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the noodles are tender, the center is set, and the top is lightly golden.
6. Let the dessert rest for 10 minutes before scooping and serving warm.
Variations & Tips
Add cinnamon sugar: If your family likes a little extra warmth, sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the top before baking. It gives the dessert a more fragrant, old-fashioned flavor and a prettier golden finish.
Use less sugar: For a gentler sweetness, reduce the sugar to 3/4 cup. This is a nice option if you plan to serve it with ice cream or sweet fruit on the side.
Make it extra creamy: Let the mixed dish stand for 10 minutes before baking so the noodles can start absorbing some of the liquid. That little pause helps soften the texture and bake up more evenly.
Watch the baking time: Ovens can vary, so start checking around the 35-minute mark. If the top is browning too quickly before the center is set, loosely cover the dish with foil for the remaining bake time.
