Classic Bread and Butter Pudding

Classic Bread and Butter Pudding

A comforting and classic dessert made with stale bread, custard, and a hint of sweetness.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
8
Time Required
1 hr

Ingredients

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8 slices day-old bread
8 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
3 cups milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
0.25 tsp nutmeg

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly butter one side of each bread slice.

  2. 2

    Arrange half the bread slices, butter-side up, in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half the sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

  3. 3

    Layer the remaining bread slices on top, butter-side up. Sprinkle with the remaining sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.

  5. 5

    Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread layers, pressing down gently to ensure the bread is soaked. Let stand for 15 minutes.

    15 min

  6. 6

    Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown on top.

    45 min

  7. 7

    Let cool slightly before serving.

  8. 8

    Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream or ice cream.

Perfect With

whipped creamice creamcustard sauce