Cheddar Gorgeous Cheese and Onion Bread and Butter Pudding

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheddar Gorgeous Cheese and Onion Bread and Butter Pudding, a savory twist on the classic dessert. Featuring layers of buttery, slightly stale bread, rich caramelized onions, and sharp cheddar cheese, this dish is baked to golden perfection in a creamy, flavor-packed custard spiked with Dijon mustard and optional thyme for a hint of freshness. Perfect as a cozy main course or a crowd-pleasing side, this savory bread and butter pudding melds crunchy, cheesy, and creamy textures with each bite. Quick to prepare and baked in under an hour, it’s an ideal dish to elevate your weeknight dinner or wow your guests at brunch.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 medium (thinly sliced) Yellow onions
• 6 slices Bread (sturdy, day-old or slightly stale)
• 200 grams Cheddar cheese (sharp, grated)
• 250 milliliters Whole milk
• 150 milliliters Heavy cream
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt, cooking gently for 15-20 minutes until soft and caramelized. Stir occasionally to ensure they don't burn.

Step 3

While the onions are caramelizing, butter the slices of bread with the remaining butter and cut them into triangles or squares.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and thyme (if using). Set aside.

Step 5

Layer the buttered bread pieces in the prepared baking dish, overlapping slightly. Scatter the caramelized onions and half of the grated cheddar cheese evenly between and over the layers.

Step 6

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread. Gently press down with a spatula to ensure the bread soaks up the liquid.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top and let the dish sit for 10 minutes to absorb the custard.

Step 8

Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the pudding is golden brown and the custard is set.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a savory side, or with a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1279.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2770.4

Total Fat 187.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 1015.2mg	0%
Sodium 4384.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 28.3g
Protein 104.0g	0%

Vitamin D 279.3IU	0%
Calcium 2007.4mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 1391.2mg	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: 61.3%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 23.6%