English Style Bread Pudding

Transform your leftover bread into a timeless dessert with this comforting English Style Bread Pudding. This classic recipe combines chunks of stale bread soaked in a luxuriously spiced custard made with whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, and a hint of vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Juicy raisins are scattered throughout, adding pockets of natural sweetness, while a sprinkle of demerara sugar creates a delightful caramelized crust. Baked to golden perfection and irresistibly aromatic, this bread pudding is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Serve it warm with a drizzle of custard or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate nostalgic treat. Ideal for using up pantry staples, this heartwarming dessert is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 g Stale bread (white or artisan)
• 500 ml Whole milk
• 100 ml Heavy cream
• 3 large Eggs
• 100 g Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 80 g Raisins
• 1 tbsp Butter (for greasing)
• 2 tbsp Demerara sugar (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the stale bread into roughly 2-inch cubes and place them into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the raisins evenly over the bread.

Step 3

In a medium-sized saucepan, warm the milk and heavy cream over low heat until slightly steaming but not boiling. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Slowly pour in the warmed milk mixture while whisking constantly to prevent curdling.

Step 5

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and raisins, making sure all the bread pieces are soaked. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

Step 6

Sprinkle the top with the demerara sugar for a slight crunch after baking.

Step 7

Bake the bread pudding in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard is set. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.

Step 8

Remove the pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy it warm with a drizzle of custard, cream, or a scoop of ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1293 grams (1293.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2507

Total Fat 86.40g	111%
Saturated Fat 43.80g	219%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 751mg	250%
Sodium 2056mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 366.80g	133%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 213.40g
Protein 68.60g	137%

Vitamin D 357IU	1785%
Calcium 1000mg	77%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 1903mg	40%

*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: 30.9%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 58.2%