Bread and Butter Pudding
Authentic British Bread and Butter Pudding — a delicious dessert dish with 9 ingredients. Follow our detailed step-by-step instructions for the perfect result.
20
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
350
Calories/serving
Expert
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 25 g/1oz butter
- 8 thin slices bread
- 50 g/2oz sultanas
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 350 ml/12fl milk
- 50 ml/2fl oz double cream
- 2 free-range eggs
- 25 g/1oz sugar
- grated, to taste nutmeg
Instructions
9 steps · ~94 minutes total
Step 1
Grease a 1 litre/2 pint pie dish with butter.
3 minutesStep 2
Cut the crusts off the bread. Spread each slice with on one side with butter, then cut into triangles.
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 3
Arrange a layer of bread, buttered-side up, in the bottom of the dish, then add a layer of sultanas. Sprinkle with a little cinnamon, then repeat the layers of bread and sultanas, sprinkling with cinnamon, until you have used up all of the bread. Finish with a layer of bread, then set aside.
10 minutesStep 4
Gently warm the milk and cream in a pan over a low heat to scalding point. Don't let it boil.
10 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.Step 5
Crack the eggs into a bowl, add three quarters of the sugar and lightly whisk until pale.
3 minutesUse room-temperature ingredients for better volume when whisking.Step 6
Add the warm milk and cream mixture and stir well, then strain the custard into a bowl.
8 minutesSave some of the cooking liquid — it can be used to adjust sauce consistency.Step 7
Pour the custard over the prepared bread layers and sprinkle with nutmeg and the remaining sugar and leave to stand for 30 minutes.
5 minutesStep 8
Preheat the oven to 180C/355F/Gas 4.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.Step 9
Place the dish into the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the custard has set and the top is golden-brown.
25 minutesAlways preheat your oven fully before baking for even cooking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 5 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.
What to Serve With
Complete your british meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Bread and Butter Pudding is a beloved dish from British cuisine, originating in United Kingdom. With a total preparation time of about 50 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
British cuisine has undergone a renaissance, combining traditional comfort dishes with modern innovation. Classic recipes often feature hearty, warming ingredients perfect for the British climate.
This recipe is rated expert difficulty and uses 9 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thick slices of day-old white bread or brioche are ideal for Bread and Butter Pudding, as they absorb the custard mixture well.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
