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Bread and Butter Pudding

Cultural Context

Bread and Butter Pudding has its roots in the UK, dating back to the 18th century when it was created as a way to use stale bread. This comforting dessert reflects the resourcefulness of British households, turning simple ingredients into a warm, custardy treat. Today, it remains a beloved classic, with variations incorporating different fruits and spices, enjoyed in homes and restaurants alike.

BritishGBdessert
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
bread rolls
butter
4 eggs
1 cup cream
1 cup milk
3/4 cup castor sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
sultanas or raisins
cinnamon
1/4 cup sugar

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Milk provides a lighter texture while keeping it creamy.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is natural and can enhance flavor.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Dried cranberries add a tartness and are often more affordable.

1

Cut the bread rolls into slices a couple of centimeters thick.

2

Butter the bread slices generously.

3

Crack 4 eggs into a mixing bowl.

4

Add 1 cup of cream and 1 cup of milk to the eggs.

5

Stir in 3/4 cup of castor sugar.

6

Add roughly 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture.

7

Pour about half of the custard mixture over the buttered bread slices and allow it to settle in.

8

Nestle sultanas or raisins among the bread slices.

9

Pour the remaining custard mixture over the top of the bread.

10

Let the mixture sit for at least 10 minutes to absorb the custard.

11

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 30-35 minutes.

12

Prepare cinnamon sugar by mixing 1 teaspoon of cinnamon with 1/4 cup of sugar.

13

After baking, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar on top while it's hot.

14

Let it cool slightly before serving, optionally with cream or ice cream.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Bread PuddingButter Pudding

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