Jamaican Bread Pudding Recipe
There’s something incredibly comforting about a warm, aromatic serving of Jamaican bread pudding recipe . This delightful dessert blends spices and textures in a way that can transport you straight to the heart of Jamaica.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Aluminum foil
- Oven mitts
Ingredients
- 10 slices stale white bread torn into pieces
- 4 cups whole milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup mixed dried fruit
- Zest of one orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your baking dish.
- In a large bowl, soak the bread pieces in milk until soft.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest.
- Combine the egg mixture with the soaked bread. Add raisins and a variety of dried fruits to the mix.
- Transfer the blend into your greased baking dish and securely cover it with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. After removing the foil, continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the surface turns a lovely golden brown.
- Take it out of the oven and allow it to rest for a few moments before serving.
Notes
- Vegan: Use almond milk and vegan butter, and replace eggs with flax eggs.
- Gluten-Free: Substitute the bread with your favorite gluten-free variety.
- Chocolate Chip: Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips for a sweet twist.
- Coconut: Replace 1 cup of milk with coconut milk and add 1/2 cup shredded coconut.
- Banana: Layer thinly sliced bananas between the bread for a fruity variation.