I know that Gordon Ramsay Bread And Butter Pudding sounds very simple. But in actuality, it is an amazing recipe. I had the same prejudice when I heard the name of the recipe.
I was shocked that the recipe and the end product were anything but boring. I mean, the bread isn’t your regular bread but pain au chocolate. Having said that, the bread is soaked in the custard mix and this gives a super soft bites, letting you enjoy the creamy notes. Trust me, each bite of this pudding will swiftly melt in your mouth which will be quite satisfying to the core of your soul.
The first time I made this, I instantly fell in love with the sweet notes. Moreover, the pudding looked damn appetizing too. Well, to be very honest, I also tried making it for a small gathering and they were so happy to enjoy and could not believe that it was made at home. Try the recipe and you will fall in love too.
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Equipment Required
- Baking Dish: Take a large baking dish to make bread and butter pudding.
- Oven: This is a baked dessert. So, you need an oven to do the baking for you.
- Pan: We need the jam to be melted and of pouring consistency. Thus, we use a pan to melt the delicious jam.
- Large Bowl: The milk and cream mixture comes together in the bowl.
- Whisk: Beat the pudding mixture using a whisk.
- Knife: Use the knife for slicing the pain au chocolat and butter.
- Spoon: Use the spoon for stirring and spooning.
Gordon Ramsay Bread And Butter Pudding Ingredients & Substitutions
Note: This recipe is big enough to serve eight portions. If you want to make more or less, you must adjust the recipe accordingly.
- Pain Au Chocolat: If you don’t want to use pain au chocolat, you can use challah bread too. It has a rich and delicious taste.
- Eggs
- Softened Butter
- Golden Raisins: You can use cranebrries as well.
- Demerara Sugar: Instead of Demerara Sugar, you can use Granulated Sugar.
- Apricot Jam: If you wan’t you can try Peach Jam too in the dish.
- Vanilla Extract
- Whole Milk: Prepare the custard using half a cup of whole milk with cream and eggs.
- Double Cream: Go for Heavy Cream instead of Double Cream if you don’t have the same.
- Ground Cinnamon
Preparation And Cooking Time
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Minutes | 40 Minutes | 1 Hour |
How To Make Gordon Ramsay Bread And Butter Pudding At Home
Step 1- First, start by preheating the oven to 180℃. Begin to slice the pain au chocolat and spread the butter on all the slices of the bread.
Step 2- Further, prepare the custard for the pudding. Beat eggs, add whole milk, regular cream, cinnamon powder, and vanilla essence.
Step 3- Soak your pain au chocolat into the custard you’ve just prepared.
Step 4- Spread the jam over the baking dish, and add Demerara sugar, raisins, and cinnamon powder to the baking pan. Place the soaked pan au Chocolat into the baking dish and pour the leftover mixture over the top.
Step 5- Sprinkle a teaspoon of sugar and brush a spoonful of jam on the top of the pudding.
Step 6- Place the baking dish in the oven and bake the pudding for 25-30 minutes at 180°C. When the pudding is baked, slice and serve to relish.
Step 7- Slice a generous piece of the moist and delicious pudding, brush it with some left jam, and serve.
Expert Tips That I Recommend
- Make sure to butter the bread slices on both the sides.
- To make sure the flavors are uniform, try adding raising in between the layers.
- Whisk the custard mic properly so that it has no lumps.
- I would suggest you to soak the bread for a longer time like 30 to 40 minutes.
- Use a bain-marie to prevent the custard from curdling.
FAQs About Gordon Ramsay Bread And Butter Pudding
Nutritional Information Per Serving
Unfortunately, the Gordon Ramsay Bread And Butter Pudding is high on calories. So, I would suggest you to make this recipe occasionally and enjoy in moderation.
Below I have listed the nutritional values for the recipe which you can check and manage your calorie count for the day:
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Fat | 13.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 5.3 mg |
| Sodium | 18.7 mg |
| Potassium | 112.3 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 39.4 g |
| Fiber | 13.3 g |
| Protein | 4.6 g |
| Iron | 1.1 mg |
| Calcium | 111.2 mg |
As you can see, the pudding is high on calorie and fat. Moreover, the fat content is also quite concerning. Avoid consuming this for breakfast and try pairing it with something healthy like nuts and fruits.
Recipe Variations For Different Diets
- Vegetarian Diet: You can make this recipe vegetarian by using chia seeds instead of eggs. This way, you can even enjoy a healthier version with a crunchy texture.
- Keto-Friendly: Use keto-friendly ingredients like almond butter, almond milk and coconut flour to make the recipe.
Storing And Reheating This Recipe
Storing
- Refrigerator: You can refrigerate the pudding by placing it in the air tight container. This way, the pudding is safe to eat within 2-3 days.
Reheating
- Oven: You can place the pudding in a oven safe container and reheat at 350°F for 10-15 minutes by covering the lid.
- Microwave: Reheat the pudding in microwave for 10-15 seconds and it is ready to serve.
What To Serve With This Recipe
Well, you ca enjoy this delicious pudding with Iced Coffee because I really love the combination. Moreover, you can pair it with sweet and nutty Milkshakes as well. If you want, add some savory notes by pairing it with Green Beans or for meaty notes, try Ribs. I also love to eat some Wings or Fried Chicken and finish my meal with this sweet pudding.
Printable Version
Gordon Ramsay Bread And Butter Pudding
Ingredients
- 6 Pains Au Chocolat (cut into 1 cm slices)
- 3 Eggs
- 50 g Softened Butter (plus some for greasing)
- 35 g Golden Raisins
- 4 tablespoons Demerara Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Apricot Jam
- 2 Vanilla Extract
- 500 ml Whole Milk
- 120 ml Double Cream
- 2 tablespoons Ground Cinnamon
Equipment
- 18 x 23 cm Baking Dish
- Oven
- Pan
- Large Bowl
- Whisk
- Knife
- Spoon
Instructions
- First, start by preheating the oven to 180℃. Begin to slice the pain au chocolat and spread the butter to all the slices of the bread.
- Further, prepare the custard for the pudding. Beat eggs, add whole milk, regular cream, cinnamon powder, and vanilla essence.
- Soak your pain au chocolat into the custard you've just prepared.
- Spread the jam over the baking dish, and add Demerara sugar, raisins, and cinnamon powder to the baking pan. Place the soaked pan au Chocolat into the baking dish and pour the leftover mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle a teaspoon of sugar and brush a spoonful of jam on the top of the pudding.
- Place the baking dish in the oven and bake the pudding for 25-30 minutes at 180°C.
- Slice a generous piece of the moist and delicious pudding, brush it with some left jam, and serve.
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Notes
- Make sure to butter the bread slices on both the sides.
- To make sure the flavors are uniform, try adding raising in between the layers.
- Whisk the custard mic properly so that it has no lumps.
- I would suggest you to soak the bread for a longer time like 30 to 40 minutes.
- Use a bain-marie to prevent the custard from curdling.Â
Nutrition
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Conclusion
This is the complete recipe for Gordon Ramsay’s bread and butter pudding. I loved making it at home as it was super easy and quite relaxing for me. I am sure you will love the experience.
The best thing is that you can customise it too as per your taste and diet preference. Make this dessert and tell me in the comments how well you liked it. I am going to go stuff my face with this delicious dessert, you take care.
