Name: Hot Cross Buns Bread Pudding Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 4 leftover hot cross buns; 2 cups milk; 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup raisins; Pinch of salt

Hot Cross Buns Bread Pudding Recipe

Larissa Wickham Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Hot Cross Buns Bread Pudding

A comforting dessert made with leftover hot cross buns and custard, perfect for Easter brunch or any occasion.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 45 minutes

Total: 1 hour

Serves:

Ingredients

4 leftover hot cross buns
2 cups milk
3 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup raisins
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
Slice the hot cross buns in half and place the halves in a greased 9×9 inch baking dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, raisins, and salt.
Pour the custard mixture over the hot cross bun halves, making sure each piece is coated.
Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to let the bread absorb the custard.
Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and set.
Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition

Calories : 469kcal
Total Fat : 14g
Saturated Fat : 6g
Cholesterol : 200mg
Sodium : 398mg
Total Carbohydrates : 70g
Dietary Fiber : 3g
Sugar : 47g
Protein : 17g

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