Delicious Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe for Dessert Lovers

Authentic British Dessert recipe — Bread and Butter Pudding. Imported from TheMealDB.

Medium
Updated March 14, 2026

4

servings

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe for Dessert Lovers

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 6 slices stale bread (preferably brioche or challah)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 2 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 eggs (large)
  • 3 cup sugar (granulated)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 cup raisins (or sultanas)
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare the Bread

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.

    Use stale bread for the best texture.
  2. Assemble the Pudding

    Cut the bread into triangles and layer them in a buttered baking dish, overlapping slightly.

    Sprinkle raisins between layers for added sweetness.
  3. Make the Custard

    In a bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, milk, cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.

    Make sure the mixture is smooth.
  4. Combine and Soak

    Pour the custard mixture over the layered bread, pressing down gently to soak the bread.

    Let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  5. Bake the Pudding

    Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

    Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Tags: Pudding,Brunch

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 5 days in an airtight container

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Freezer

Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge

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Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.

What to Serve With

Complete your british meal with these perfect pairings:

A cup of espresso or café au lait
🍦Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on the side
🍓Fresh berries or seasonal fruit

About This Dish

Delicious Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe for Dessert Lovers is a beloved dish from British cuisine.

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 medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stale bread is recommended for better texture, but fresh bread can be used.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories300kcal
Total Fat12gg
Sodium300mgmg
Total Carbohydrates45gg
Dietary Fiber1gg
Total Sugars20gg
Protein7gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineBritish
CategoryDesserts