English Bread Pudding

Indulge in the timeless comfort of English Bread Pudding, a quintessential British dessert that transforms humble day-old bread into a rich, flavorful treat. This classic recipe combines warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with sweet raisins and mixed dried fruits, all soaked in creamy milk and a luscious egg custard. Topped with a sprinkle of caster sugar for a perfectly golden, crisp finish, this pudding is baked to perfection in just 40 minutes. Serve it warm with custard or cream for a cozy dessert experience that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and wonderfully nostalgic, this English Bread Pudding is a delicious way to reduce food waste while delighting your taste buds. Keywords: English Bread Pudding, classic British dessert, bread pudding recipe, easy dessert ideas, comfort food, baked pudding.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 grams day-old bread
• 500 milliliters whole milk
• 2 eggs
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams unsalted butter
• 75 grams raisins
• 50 grams mixed dried fruits
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons caster sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a medium-sized baking dish with a little butter.

Step 2

Tear the day-old bread into small chunks and place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Warm the milk gently in a small saucepan over medium heat until just warm to the touch. Do not let it boil.

Step 4

Pour the warm milk over the torn bread. Let the bread soak for about 10 minutes, gently pressing down to ensure it absorbs the milk.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.

Step 6

Melt the unsalted butter and stir it into the egg mixture.

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture over the soaked bread. Stir gently to combine, making sure the bread is evenly coated.

Step 8

Fold in the raisins and mixed dried fruits, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 9

Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the caster sugar evenly over the top for a crisp, golden crust.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown on top.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with custard or cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1223.8 grams (1223.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2495

Total Fat 79.70g	102%
Saturated Fat 39.90g	200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 545mg	182%
Sodium 1845mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 397.00g	144%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 244.90g
Protein 60.70g	121%

Vitamin D 309IU	1544%
Calcium 1234mg	95%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 2225mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.2%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 62.3%