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Traditional Irish Bread Pudding Recipe

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Description

If you’re looking for a warm, comforting dessert that will transport you straight to the Irish countryside, then this traditional Irish bread pudding recipe is perfect for you. Made with simple ingredients and stale bread, this dessert is a great way to use up any leftover bread you may have. The pudding is rich, creamy, and packed with cinnamon and nutmeg flavors that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 8 cups of stale bread, cubed
  • 4 cups of milk
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 cup of raisins (optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Add the cubed bread and raisins (if using) to the bowl, and stir until the bread is coated in the mixture.
  4. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and pour the bread mixture into the dish.
  5. Bake for 1 hour, or until the bread pudding is set and golden brown on top.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

This bread pudding recipe is a great way to use up any leftover bread that you may have. You can use any type of bread, but stale bread works best as it will soak up the custard mixture better. If you don't have stale bread, you can toast fresh bread in the oven until it is slightly dry.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 12 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 341
  • Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg
  • Sodium: 267mg
  • Potassium: 231mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 29g
  • Vitamin A: 639IU
  • Vitamin C: 1mg
  • Calcium: 146mg
  • Iron: 1mg

Recipes FAQ

Can I use fresh bread for this recipe?

While stale bread works best for this recipe, you can use fresh bread if necessary. You can toast the bread in the oven until it is slightly dry before using it in the recipe.

Can I use a different type of milk?

Yes, you can use any type of milk that you prefer. However, using whole milk or heavy cream will give the bread pudding a richer, creamier texture.

Can I omit the raisins?

Yes, you can omit the raisins if you prefer. The bread pudding will still be delicious without them.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to whisk the custard mixture well to ensure that the sugar is dissolved.
  • Let the bread pudding cool for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
  • Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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