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Jamie Oliver Bread and Butter Pudding

Jamie Oliver Bread and Butter Pudding
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It’s a British baked dessert made by layering buttered bread slices in a dish, soaking them in vanilla custard, and baking until the top is golden and the centre is soft and creamy. Jamie Oliver’s version keeps the method simple but flavourful.

Ingredients

Scale

    • 8–10 slices of stale white bread or brioche

    • 50g soft butter (for spreading)

    • 100g raisins, sultanas, or mixed dried fruit

    • 500ml whole milk (or half milk, half cream)

    • 3 large eggs

    • 75g caster sugar

    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

    • Zest of 1 lemon or orange (optional)

    • ½ tsp cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the bread

Butter each slice generously. Cut into triangles or strips. Using stale bread helps it absorb more custard and creates a better texture.

Step 2: Layer the bread in a baking dish

Arrange buttered bread slices in overlapping layers. Scatter dried fruit between layers so the sweetness is evenly distributed.

Step 3: Make the custard mixture

In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Add lemon or orange zest if you want a fragrant, citrusy flavour.

Step 4: Pour custard over the bread

Slowly pour the custard evenly over the bread layers. Press the bread gently so it absorbs the custard. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes so flavours soak in fully.

Step 5: Bake until golden and set

Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35–40 minutes, until the pudding is golden on top and has a soft, creamy interior. The custard should be set but still delicate.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/bread-and-butter-pudding/