Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe

Name: Bread and Butter Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter, plus more for the pan; 5 slices day-old white sandwich bread; 1/3 cup raisins; 3 large eggs; 1 1/4 cups whole milk; 3/4 cup half and half; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1/4 cup apricot preserves; 2 tsp fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 tbsp butter, plus more for the pan
5 slices day-old white sandwich bread
1/3 cup raisins
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups whole milk
3/4 cup half and half
1/3 cup sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tsp fresh lemon juice

1
Lightly butter an 8in (20cm) square baking dish.
2
Butter one side of each bread slice.
3
Cut each slice in half diagonally, and then again.
4
Sprinkle the raisins on the bottom of the baking dish.
5
Top with overlapping bread slices, buttered sides down.
6
Beat together the eggs, milk, half-and-half, sugar, and vanilla.
7
Pour over the bread and let stand for at least 30 minutes.
8
Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
9
Place the dish in a roasting pan and add enough water to reach 1in (5cm) up the sides of the baking dish.
10
Bake 3040 minutes, until the center is barely set.
11
Meanwhile, bring the preserves, lemon juice, and 1 tbsp water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
12
Strain.
13
Brush the mixture over the top of the pudding.
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Let stand 5 minutes, then serve hot.
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Variation
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Fruity Bread Pudding
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Substitute pitted and chopped fresh apricots, peaches, or mangoes, or dried blueberries, cherries, or cranberries for the raisins.
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Different breads can also be used, such as brioche or pannetone.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp butter, plus more for the pan, 5 slices day-old white sandwich bread, 1/3 cup raisins, 3 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Bread and Butter Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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