Irish Bread and Butter Pudding

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Irish Bread and Butter Pudding, a timeless dessert that transforms day-old bread into a luscious, custard-soaked delight. This traditional Irish recipe features layers of buttery brioche or soda bread, generously sprinkled with plump raisins or sultanas and spiced with warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. A velvety custard, infused with vanilla and optionally enhanced with a splash of Irish whiskey, is poured over the bread, creating a decadent texture as it bakes to golden perfection. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes, this pudding is ideal for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat any day of the week. Serve it warm, dusted with powdered sugar, and paired with a drizzle of cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for lovers of traditional Irish desserts!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 slices day-old bread (such as brioche or soda bread)
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup raisins or sultanas
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey (optional)
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter.

Step 2

Butter one side of each bread slice generously. Cut the slices into halves or quarters, arranging them in the greased baking dish, slightly overlapping. Sprinkle the raisins or sultanas evenly between the layers of bread.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, warm the milk and cream over low heat until just below boiling point. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and Irish whiskey (if using). Gradually add the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to avoid curdling.

Step 5

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring all are soaked. Use the back of a spoon to gently press the bread down if necessary.

Step 6

Let the pudding rest for 10 minutes, allowing the bread to fully absorb the custard.

Step 7

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard has set.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm on its own or with a drizzle of cream, custard, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1522.2 grams (1522.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3497

Total Fat 169.40g	217%
Saturated Fat 93.20g	466%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 1045mg	348%
Sodium 1916mg	83%
Total Carbohydrate 409.80g	149%
Dietary Fiber 12.70g	45%
Total Sugars 257.10g
Protein 64.20g	128%

Vitamin D 344IU	1722%
Calcium 908mg	70%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 2464mg	52%

*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: 44.6%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 47.9%