Hot Cross Bun Bread and Butter Pudding Recipe
This comforting Hot Cross Bun Bread and Butter Pudding transforms traditional spiced buns into a warm, custardy dessert perfect for cozy gatherings or festive occasions. With a blend of cinnamon, vanilla, and creamy custard baked to golden perfection, it offers a delicious twist on classic bread pudding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Base
- 6 hot cross buns
- 30g butter, softened
Custard Mixture
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup cream
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup caster sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
Topping
- 1 tsp icing sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 180°C fan bake (approximately 350°F). Grease a large oven-safe bowl or baking dish with softened butter to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Prepare the Hot Cross Buns: Slice the hot cross buns into 1 cm thick pieces. Spread each slice with the softened butter generously to ensure moistness in the pudding. Arrange the buttered slices side by side in the greased dish, covering the base evenly.
- Make the Custard: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, cinnamon, caster sugar, and vanilla essence until the mixture is smooth and well-incorporated. This custard will soak into the buns and add richness.
- Soak the Buns: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the arranged buns. Let the mixture soak for 10 minutes to allow the buns to absorb the custard thoroughly, contributing to a soft and creamy texture after baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the pudding is golden on top and set through the center. A knife inserted should come out clean.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the pudding from the oven and dust the top with icing sugar for a sweet, delicate finish. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by ice cream or custard for an extra indulgent dessert experience.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh hot cross buns to ensure the pudding is moist.
- Allowing the custard to soak into the buns before baking enhances the texture and flavor.
- You can substitute cream with full-fat milk for a lighter version, though it may reduce richness.
- Serving with vanilla ice cream or custard complements the warm spices and adds creaminess.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently before serving.
