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Maltese Puddina

Cultural Context

Originating from Malta, Puddina is a traditional bread pudding that reflects the island's resourceful culinary heritage. Often made to avoid waste, it utilizes stale bread, transforming it into a comforting dessert. Maltese families enjoy it during festive occasions, and its rich flavors have led to adaptations in various cultures, making it a beloved treat beyond Malta.

MalteseMTdessert
50 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 loaf bread
125g glace cherries
125g margerine
1 x 400g can sweetened condensed milk
1 x lemon - juice & zest
1 x orange - juice and zest
5 tbsp cocoa powder
4 eggs beaten
1 cup sugar
2 cups sultanas or mixed dried fruit

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk reduces calories and is lactose-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is healthier while maintaining richness.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Dried cranberries provide a unique flavor.

1

Soak bread in water, squeeze out excess water.

2

Mix ingredients together in a larger bowl.

3

Place into a baking dish which is well greased.

4

Cook for 35 to 40 minutes in 180°C (350°F) oven or until firm to touch. Once cooked, turn off oven and leave door closed with pudding inside until oven is cool.

5

Serve warm or cold.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishlarge bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Puddina tal-HobzMaltese Bread Pudding

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