Savoury Bread and Butter Pudding

Transform your leftover bread into a show-stopping Savoury Bread and Butter Pudding, a comforting dish that’s perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. This recipe takes stale sourdough or baguette and layers it with golden melted cheddar, softened onions, sweet cherry tomatoes, and optional earthy spinach for a medley of flavors. The bread soaks up a rich, herby custard made from milk, cream, eggs, and a hint of nutmeg, creating a luscious texture that’s both crispy on top and creamy underneath. Finished with a bubbling cheesy crust, this versatile dish is easy to customize with your favorite fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or thyme. Simple to prepare and ready in under an hour, this savory twist on a classic is a must-try for bread pudding enthusiasts. Serve warm, paired with a crisp side salad for the ultimate homestyle meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g stale bread (e.g., sourdough or baguette)
• 50 g unsalted butter
• 150 g grated cheddar cheese
• 300 ml milk
• 150 ml double cream
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 0.25 tsp nutmeg (optional, freshly grated)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, chives, or thyme)
• 1 small diced onion (softened in a pan)
• 100 g sliced cherry tomatoes
• 100 g cooked spinach (well-drained, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F, and lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter or oil.

Step 2

Thinly slice the bread into pieces around 1 cm thick. If using large slices, cut them into halves or quarters to fit into the baking dish neatly.

Step 3

Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each bread slice.

Step 4

Layer the buttered bread in the baking dish, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle half the cheese between the layers along with the softened onion, cherry tomatoes, and spinach (if using).

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, cream, eggs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Stir in the chopped fresh herbs.

Step 6

Carefully pour the milk mixture over the bread layers, ensuring everything is evenly soaked. Gently press down on the bread with a spatula to help it absorb the liquid.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set in the center.

Step 10

Cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1424.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2897.9

Total Fat 195.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1241.1mg	0%
Sodium 5225.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 30.9g
Protein 104.3g	0%

Vitamin D 332.3IU	0%
Calcium 1863.9mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2199.1mg	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: 60.2%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 25.5%