🇬🇧 United Kingdom · Dessert
Bread and Butter Pudding
By eatmundo · July 5, 2026
🇬🇧 UKAI-generated imageThis comforting and traditional British dessert transforms simple ingredients into something truly special. Stale bread slices, buttered and layered with sweet raisins, are baked in a rich, creamy custard until golden and bubbling, offering a delightful texture and warmth.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) (Gas Mark 4). Lightly butter a medium-sized ovenproof baking dish, roughly 20x20 cm (8x8 inches) or similar.
- 2
Take 6-8 slices of day-old white bread and generously butter each slice right to the edges. Then, cut each buttered slice diagonally into two triangles.
- 3
Arrange half of the buttered bread triangles, butter-side up, in a single layer at the bottom of your prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of 50g (1/4 cup) raisins evenly over this layer. Repeat with the remaining bread and raisins, overlapping slightly for a rustic look.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 400ml (1 ¾ cups) full-fat milk, 100ml (½ cup) double cream, 50g (¼ cup) caster sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until everything is perfectly combined and smooth.
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Carefully pour the creamy custard mixture gently and evenly over the layered bread in the dish, ensuring all the bread pieces are thoroughly soaked. Let the pudding stand for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard fully. This is key for a truly moist pudding.
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Once the bread has absorbed the custard, lightly grate a little fresh nutmeg over the top of the pudding for that classic aromatic finish.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. The pudding should be beautifully golden brown on top, delightfully puffed up, and set around the edges but still have a slight wobble in the very centre – a sign of a perfectly creamy interior.
- 8
Remove from the oven and serve warm, perhaps with a drizzle of extra cream, custard, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an ultimate treat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bread and Butter Pudding?+
Bread and Butter Pudding is a traditional British dessert made by layering buttered bread with raisins and soaking it in an egg, milk, and cream custard flavored with vanilla and nutmeg. It is typically served warm as a comforting pudding course after a main meal.
Which type of bread is best for Bread and Butter Pudding?+
Stale white bread, brioche, or challah work wonderfully. Their slightly dry texture absorbs the custard well, and their richness adds to the pudding's flavor.
How can I tell if my Bread and Butter Pudding is properly cooked?+
The pudding is done when the custard has set around the edges but still has a slight wobble in the center, and the top is golden brown and caramelized. An inserted knife should come out mostly clean.
How can I prevent the custard in my Bread and Butter Pudding from becoming watery or curdling?+
Ensure the bread soaks sufficiently to absorb the custard before baking. Also, avoid overbaking at too high a temperature, as this can cause the eggs in the custard to curdle.
What are some good substitutions for raisins in Bread and Butter Pudding?+
You can swap raisins for other dried fruits like sultanas, cranberries, or chopped apricots. For a non-fruit option, chocolate chips or orange zest also make delicious additions.
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