Desserts
British
BritishBread and Butter Pudding
The comforting British baked pudding at three tiers. The basic uses sliced white bread and sultanas, while the ultimate layers brioche with vanilla custard, marmalade and a splash of whisky.
Vegetarian
Nut-free
Budget version
A thrifty classic with white sliced bread, sultanas and a simple milk custard.
Per serving£0.65
Total cost£2.60
Time55 min
Ingredients for 4
- 8 slices white sliced bread
- 50 g butter , softened
- 60 g sultanas
- 400 ml whole milk
- 2 eggs
- 60 g caster sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Method
- Heat the oven to 160C fan and butter an ovenproof dish.
- Butter the bread, cut each slice into triangles and layer them in the dish, scattering sultanas between the layers.
- Whisk the milk, eggs, sugar and vanilla together and pour evenly over the bread.
- Press the bread down gently and leave to soak for 10 minutes.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden on top.
- Serve warm.
Equipment
- ovenproof dish
- mixing bowl
The three ways, side by side
Budget
A thrifty classic with white sliced bread, sultanas and a simple milk custard.
Better
Brioche, mixed vine fruit and a richer cream-and-milk custard with nutmeg.
Ultimate
Buttery brioche layered with marmalade, vanilla custard and a whisky-soaked fruit, glazed to a sticky finish.
