A little cafe in my town has this on their menu and it’s always been a favorite of mine!
A classic comfort food, Bread and Butter Pudding is a delightful dessert made with stale bread, rich custard, and warm spices. It’s a perfect way to use up leftover bread.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bread slices | 8 |
| Raisins | 1/3 cup |
| Cinnamon | 2 teaspoons |
| Milk | 1 1/2 cups |
| Heavy whipping cream | 1/4 cup |
| Eggs | 2 large |
| Granulated sugar | 1/4 cup + extra for topping |
| Butter | 2 tablespoons, softened |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Remove bread crusts and butter each slice.
- Layer half the bread in the baking dish, followed by raisins and cinnamon.
- Add the remaining bread.
- Whisk together milk, cream, eggs, and sugar.
- Pour custard over bread.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set and golden.
- Sprinkle with extra sugar (optional).
- Let cool slightly before serving.
