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This recipe of Bread Butter Pudding is the ultimate comfort dessert, turning simple ingredients into a rich, custardy masterpiece.
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Start by preheating your oven to 180 C (350 F) and greasing a baking dish with butter.
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Take 8 slices of slightly stale bread (the staler, the better—it soaks up custard like a pro) and cut them into small cubes.
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Arrange the cubes in the baking dish in an even layer.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together 500 ml milk, 4 beaten eggs, 150 grams sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
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This custard mixture is where the magic begins—it soaks into the bread, creating that luscious texture we all love.
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Pour the custard evenly over the bread cubes, making sure every piece gets a good soak.
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Let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the custard fully.
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For the topping, mix 50 grams melted butter with 50 grams brown sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
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Drizzle this buttery, sugary mix over the soaked bread for a caramelized, spiced crunch that's impossible to resist.
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Sprinkle in a handful of raisins or chopped nuts like almonds or pecans for added texture and flavor.
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Bake the pudding for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden and the custard is set.
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Serve it warm, perhaps with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
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For a touch of indulgence, add a dollop of whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy the bread butter pudding!