Bread and Butter Pudding
A comforting British classic, bread and butter pudding transforms simple sliced bread, butter, and custard into a luxurious dessert.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 130mgSugar: 12g
Ingredients
- About half a loaf of bread sliced, buttered and cut into squares (stale is fine – the custard soaks in so well)
- 2 medium eggs
- 1/2 a pint of milk
- 2 tbsp caster sugar
- Rasins and sultanas
- Mixed spice
Instructions
- Grease a square baking dish and preheat the oven to 180oC.
- Put the caster sugar and milk into a pan and heat gently, stirring all the time until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is heated through – but do not boil.
- Whisk the eggs together in a bowl then add the milk mixture a bit at a time, whisking well.
- Place squares of bread into the dish so that they cover the bottom. Sprinkle with a handful of the raisins, sultanas, and some mixed spice. Pour over enough of the custard to soak all the squares. Then repeat for another layer. For the final layer, repeat, but omit the raisins and sultanas. You should use up all the custard.
- Place into the oven and cook for 40-45 mins until the top is browned and crunchy and the custard has set. Serve immediately, with cold milk for pouring.
Notes
- Bread and butter pudding can be served with some delicious options, such as custard, ice cream, whipped cream, sauce (caramel or chocolate), or lemon curd.
- To store, you should let it cool completely and put it tightly and place it in the refrigerator. To extend the longevity of your pudding, you can freeze it, which can preserve its quality for up to three months.
You can reheat the bread and butter pudding in the oven at 180°C by warping it with aluminum foil. Let it heat up for 10 to 15 minutes, adjusting the time to achieve your desired temperature. Alternatively, for a quicker option, you can warm it in the microwave for approximately 2-3 minutes.
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