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A classic bread pudding with raisins is baked in a black cast iron skillet, resting on a wooden surface with a spoon, white cloth, and cinnamon sticks nearby.
Little Figgy Food

Bread Pudding

4.20 from 5 votes
Bread Pudding is absolutely the best cozy comfort food! Prepare it in individual dishes or bake in one large pan to serve.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 - 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 Biscuits torn into bite size pieces (day old/leftover biscuits/bread = perfection)
  • ½ cup 1 stick Butter, melted
  • ½ tsp Cinnamon
  • Pinch of Nutmeg
  • 4 Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream
  • 1 cup Milk
  • ½ cup Light Brown Sugar
  • ½ cup White Sugar
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • ½ cup Raisins
  • Powdered Sugar optional for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 4 individual cast iron skillets or one 10 inch cast iron skillet or 8 inch baking dish.
  2. Place the torn Biscuit pieces into bite size pieces and place in baking dish(s).
  3. Mix the melted butter with the cinnamon and nutmeg and pour over the biscuit pieces (dividing between baking pans) allowing to soak up the butter.
For the Custard:
  1. Mix the beaten Eggs, Whipping Cream, Milk, Light Brown Sugar, White Sugar and Vanilla Extract, mixing well the pour custard mixture over the Biscuits.
  2. Sprinkle the Raisins, divided appropriately, allowing to sit for at least 15 mins.
  3. Bake at 350°F for 30 min (individual servings) or up to 45 mins for 1 large dish.
  4. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
  5. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Yes, you can substitute 6 - 8 slices of day old white bread instead of the Biscuits if you prefer.

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