Bread Pudding with Raisins

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This bread pudding soaks day-old bread in a vanilla custard with cinnamon and raisins before baking until set. Let the bread absorb the custard fully and allow the pudding to rest briefly before serving. Heat oven to 180°C (350°F). Butter a 23 cm baking dish and add bread cubes and raisins. Whisk eggs and sugar. Whisk in milk, cream, vanilla and cinnamon. Pour custard over bread and press gently so pieces absorb liquid. Rest 30 minutes. Bake 45 to 50 minutes until golden and centre is set with a slight wobble. Rest 10 minutes before serving with honey if desired.

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Bread Pudding with Raisins

Custardy baked bread pudding with cinnamon, raisins and a little cream.

Prep 40 minCook 50 minTotal 90 minYield 8 servings

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Equipment: Mixing bowl, measuring tools and suitable pan

Ingredients

250 g day-old white bread, cubed 480 ml whole milk 4 whole large eggs 200 g granulated sugar 240 ml heavy cream 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 75 g raisins 1 tbsp honey, optional for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare bread

   Heat oven to 180°C (350°F). Butter a 23 cm baking dish and add bread cubes and raisins.

2. Make custard

   Whisk eggs and sugar. Whisk in milk, cream, vanilla and cinnamon.

3. Soak

   Pour custard over bread and press gently so pieces absorb liquid. Rest 30 minutes.

4. Bake

   Bake 45 to 50 minutes until golden and centre is set with a slight wobble. Rest 10 minutes before serving with honey if desired.

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How to tell when it is ready

Cook until tender, set or golden as described.

Tips

• Measure and prepare ingredients before cooking.
• Cut ingredients into even-sized pieces.
• Taste and adjust seasoning near the end.
• Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate covered.

Troubleshooting

• If the mixture is too thick, add liquid gradually.
• If browning too quickly, lower the heat.

Substitutions

• Use a suitable neutral oil if needed.
• Choose a compatible dairy-free option where appropriate.

Variations

• Adjust herbs or spices to taste.
• Add citrus for a brighter flavor.

Serving suggestions

• Pair with a crisp seasonal salad.
• Offer fresh herbs or a suitable sauce.
• Add vegetables or fruit on the side.
• Serve warm for the best texture.

Make ahead

Measure ingredients ahead and refrigerate perishable components; finish shortly before serving.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.

Food safety

Contains wheat, milk and egg. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare this ahead?

Prepare components ahead and refrigerate promptly.

How should I store bread pudding with raisins?

Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.

Serve promptly and store leftovers safely.