Bread and Butter Pudding
Bread and Butter Pudding is a classic comfort dessert made with layers of buttered bread soaked in a rich vanilla custard, then baked until golden and perfectly set. This easy bread pudding recipe is ideal for using up stale bread and creates a warm, creamy dessert with a lightly crisp top—perfect for cozy family meals or traditional desserts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–40 minutes
- Total Time: 50–55 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British / European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Bread slices (preferably slightly stale)
- Butter (softened)
- 2–3 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup raisins or sultanas
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a baking dish with butter.
- Butter one side of each bread slice, then cut into halves or triangles.
- Arrange bread in the dish, overlapping slightly, and sprinkle raisins between layers.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the custard evenly over the bread. Let it soak for 10–15 minutes.
- Sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg on top.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, until golden brown and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Stale bread works best as it absorbs the custard without becoming mushy.For a richer result, use brioche or croissants.Add chocolate chips or fruit for variation.A sprinkle of brown sugar on top adds a caramelized finish.
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