Name: Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 8 heaped cups white bread, preferably slightly stale, cut into 2.5 cm / 1″ cubes; 1 cup sultanas or raisins (or more!); 3 eggs; 1 1/2 cups milk (low or full fat, not zero fat); 1 cup heavy / thickened cream (or any other cream, see Note 2 for more milk option); 3 tbsp / 40g unsalted butter, melted and cooled; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1 tsp cinnamon powder; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 30g / 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted – for drizzling on top before baking; 20g / 1 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted – for brushing post baking (optional); Icing sugar / powdered sugar, for dusting; Ice cream, cream, custard, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, etc., for serving

Introduction

Bread and Butter Pudding is a classic, comforting dessert that transforms simple ingredients into a warm, custardy treat. This easy recipe uses cubes of slightly stale bread soaked in a fragrant egg and cream mixture, studded with sultanas, then baked until golden. Serve it with your favorite toppings for a truly indulgent experience.

A white baking dish filled with a golden-brown bread pudding topped with raisins is sprinkled with powdered sugar. On top, there are three round scoops of white vanilla ice cream melting slightly into the warm dessert. A silver spoon is scooping out a portion from the right side, revealing a soft, moist interior with a light, fluffy texture, and visible raisins. The dish is placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 heaped cups white bread, preferably slightly stale, cut into 2.5 cm (1″) cubes

1 cup sultanas or raisins (or more, if desired)

3 eggs

1 1/2 cups milk (low or full fat, not zero fat)

1 cup heavy/thickened cream (or any other cream; see notes for milk alternative)

3 tbsp (40g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled

1/2 cup white sugar

1 tsp cinnamon powder

1 tsp vanilla extract

30g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted – for topping before baking

20g (1 1/2 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted – for brushing after baking (optional)

Icing sugar (powdered sugar), for dusting

Ice cream, cream, custard, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or other toppings of choice

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F), suitable for all oven types.

Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs briefly. Add milk, cream, melted butter, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.

Step 3: Add the bread cubes and sultanas to the egg mixture. Stir gently to coat, then set aside for 3 minutes to let the bread soak up the custard.

Step 4: Pour the soaked bread mixture into a 10-cup (2.5 litre/quart) baking dish. If many sultanas are on the surface, gently push them below to help them stay moist during baking.

Step 5: Drizzle the 30g melted butter evenly over the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the pudding is golden and the custard is just set but still slightly wobbly when gently shaken.

Step 6: Optional: Brush the warm pudding with the remaining 20g melted butter, then dust generously with icing sugar.

Step 7: Allow the pudding to rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm with your favorite toppings such as ice cream, custard, or cream.

Tips & Variations

Use slightly stale bread for better absorption; pre-sliced bread works well too.

Substitute cream with extra milk for a lighter pudding but keep a good amount of fat for richness.

Try adding chopped nuts or other dried fruits for extra texture and flavor.

For a richer flavor, sprinkle a little nutmeg along with cinnamon.

FAQs

Can I use other types of bread?

Yes, brioche, challah, or croissants work wonderfully for a richer pudding. Just ensure the bread is slightly stale to soak up the custard properly.

What can I serve with bread and butter pudding?

Popular accompaniments include vanilla custard, cream, ice cream, or drizzle with sauces like chocolate or caramel. Choose whatever you enjoy most!

Dessert

Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe