Bread and Butter Pudding with Dates

Transform your dessert repertoire with this irresistible Bread and Butter Pudding with Dates—a luxurious twist on a classic comfort food! Soft, buttery layers of brioche or white bread are studded with rich, caramel-like chopped dates and soaked in a velvety custard infused with hints of vanilla and cinnamon. Baked to golden perfection, this nostalgic treat strikes the perfect balance between creamy and crisp. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this pudding is ideal for cozy gatherings or indulgent weeknight desserts. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to elevate this timeless dish to new heights. Perfect for lovers of easy bread pudding recipes, this date-studded delight is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 slices Bread (preferably brioche or white bread)
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 150 grams Pitted dates, chopped
• 500 milliliters Milk
• 200 milliliters Heavy cream
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 3 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter.

Step 2

Spread the butter evenly over one side of each bread slice. Cut the buttered bread into triangles (or leave whole if you prefer).

Step 3

Layer the buttered bread in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping the pieces. Sprinkle the chopped dates evenly between the layers of bread.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is warm (not boiling). Remove from heat.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until combined.

Step 6

Gradually pour the warm milk mixture into the bowl with the eggs, whisking constantly to avoid curdling. This forms the custard base.

Step 7

Carefully pour the custard over the layered bread and dates, ensuring all bread pieces are soaked. Press down gently with the back of a spoon to help absorb the liquid.

Step 8

Let the pudding sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to fully soak up the custard.

Step 9

Place the baking dish on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1530.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3352.8

Total Fat 151.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 995.1mg	0%
Sodium 2330.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 431.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 260.4g
Protein 72.2g	0%

Vitamin D 349.9IU	0%
Calcium 1131.4mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2340.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 51.1%