Traditional English Bread and Butter Pudding
In the realm of English sweets, few desserts embody the comforting warmth of home quite like Bread and Butter Pudding. This timeless classic, which harks back to the kitchens of England, transforms the simplest of ingredients into a rich, soul-soothing treat. With the delicate sweetness of raisins and the creamy custard, this dessert strikes a perfect balance, allowing the humble to shine. This recipe, a tribute to English culinary warmth, is perfect to share with family and friends.
Serves: 4, Difficulty: Easy
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 400 grams of bread
- 60 grams of butter, softened
- 80 grams of sugar
- 100 grams of raisins
- 500 ml of milk
- 2 grams of salt
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C. Grease a baking dish with a little of the butter.
- Spread the softened butter on the bread slices and arrange them into the baking dish, layering with raisins.
- In a saucepan, gently heat the milk with the sugar and salt, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the milk mixture over the bread and raisins, allowing the bread to soak thoroughly.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the top is golden and the custard is set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving, presenting warm slices with a few extra raisins as a garnish.
Tips
- Use slightly stale bread for a better texture as it absorbs the milk mixture more efficiently.
Nutritional Information
| Nutritional Element | Per 100g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | 360 kcal |
| Energy | 750 kJ | 1500 kJ |
| Fat | 4 grams | 8 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 2 grams | 4 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 30 grams | 60 grams |
| Sugars | 15 grams | 30 grams |
| Proteins | 4 grams | 8 grams |
| Salt | 0.3 grams | 0.6 grams |
