Description
A delightful traditional British dessert with a creamy texture and rich flavor, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale bread, torn into pieces
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup raisins
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Tear the stale or fresh bread into small pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Heat the Milk: In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium-low heat until simmering. Stir in the butter until melted, then remove from heat.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: Combine sugar, nutmeg, and spices in a separate bowl.
- Whisk the Eggs: Whisk the eggs until light and frothy in another bowl.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the warm milk over the bread in the mixing bowl, then add the sugar and spice mix, and whisked eggs. Stir until combined.
- Add the Raisins: Fold in the raisins or dried fruits evenly.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish, pour the mixture in, and spread evenly.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35 to 45 minutes or until set and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut oil for butter and use non-dairy milk.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Malvern Pudding, British dessert, comfort food, traditional pudding, baking