Cinnamon Raisin Bread Pudding
🧾 Ingredients:
5–6 cups cinnamon raisin bread, cubed
2 cups (480 ml) milk
1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream (optional, for richness)
3/4 cup (150 g) sugar
3 large eggs
2 tbsp butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon (optional extra for stronger flavor)
1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup raisins (optional if bread already has plenty)
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven
Preheat to 180°C (350°F)
Grease a baking dish (about 20×20 cm / 8×8 inch)
Prepare bread
Place cubed bread in the dish
Sprinkle extra raisins if using
Make custard
In a bowl, whisk:
Milk
Cream
Sugar
Eggs
Melted butter
Vanilla
Cinnamon, nutmeg, salt
Combine
Pour custard evenly over bread
Press gently so bread absorbs the liquid
Let sit for 10–15 minutes
Bake
Bake for 35–45 minutes until set and golden on top
Cool slightly & serve
Let rest 10 minutes before serving
🍯 Optional Sauce (Highly Recommended):
Vanilla Cream Sauce:
1/2 cup cream
2 tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
👉 Heat gently until warm and drizzle over pudding
✨ Tips:
Slightly stale bread works best
Don’t skip soaking → ensures soft texture
Add chopped nuts for crunch 🌰
Serve warm for best flavor