Steamed Bread Pudding

This classic steamed bread pudding is a tender, moist dessert that feels like a warm hug. By steaming rather than baking, the bread absorbs the sweetened milk and egg custard slowly, resulting in an incredibly soft and uniform texture. The combination of brown sugar, vanilla, and seedless raisins creates a deep, caramel-like flavor profile that is both nostalgic and sophisticated. It is an excellent way to use up slightly stale bread, transforming it into a luxurious treat. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners, holiday gatherings, or as a comforting afternoon tea accompaniment, this recipe requires minimal effort but yields impressive results.

Cooking Method: Steaming

Cuisine: American

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 371.7

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This classic steamed bread pudding is a tender, moist dessert that feels like a warm hug. By steaming rather than baking, the bread absorbs the sweetened milk and egg custard slowly, resulting in an incredibly soft and uniform texture. The combination of brown sugar, vanilla, and seedless raisins creates a deep, caramel-like flavor profile that is both nostalgic and sophisticated. It is an excellent way to use up slightly stale bread, transforming it into a luxurious treat. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners, holiday gatherings, or as a comforting afternoon tea accompaniment, this recipe requires minimal effort but yields impressive results.

Ingredients

1 cup Brown sugar
2 cup Milk
1/2 cup Seedless raisins
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
5 Thin Slices good-quality white bread
1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 cup Butter, softened
3 large Eggs

Directions

1
Grease the top part of a double boiler or a heatproof bowl that fits over a pot of simmering water.
2
In the prepared bowl, combine the brown sugar and seedless raisins.
3
Remove the crusts from the bread slices and butter one side of each slice with softened butter.
4
Cut the bread into 1/2-inch cubes, ensuring you have about 2 cups of cubes.
5
Place the buttered bread cubes on top of the brown sugar and raisin mixture.
6
In a medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs.
7
Add the milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to the beaten eggs and blend gently until just combined; do not overmix.
8
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the bowl. Do not stir.
9
Cover the bowl tightly with foil or a lid and steam over simmering water for about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
10
Check for doneness by inserting a knife into the center; it should come out fairly clean.
11
Loosen the edges of the pudding with a rubber spatula and carefully invert onto a 12-inch round platter with a lip.
12
Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 371.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.3g2%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 2.4mg1%
Sodium 91.8mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 88.7g30%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugars 87.0g
Protein 5.0g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The pudding will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the heat due to residual heat, so it may seem a bit shaky when you first check it.

For best results, use slightly stale bread as it absorbs the custard better without becoming mushy.

You can substitute the raisins with dried cranberries, chopped dates, or fresh berries if preferred.

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for added richness.

Keywords: bread pudding, steamed, dessert, custard, raisins, brown sugar, vanilla, comfort food, vegetarian, easy, classic, homemade, pudding, eggs, milk, breakfast, snack

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