Latvian Honey Bread Pudding

Ingredients

• 8 slices of Latvian honey bread 8 slices of Latvian honey bread
• 4 eggs 4 eggs
• 500ml (2 cups) whole milk 500ml (2 cups) whole milk
• 100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar 100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt Pinch of salt
• Butter, for greasing the baking dish Butter, for greasing the baking dish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 48g, 24g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. 2.
   Grease a baking dish with butter.
3. 3.
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
4. 4.
   Dip each slice of honey bread into the custard mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
5. 5.
   Layer the soaked bread slices in the greased baking dish, overlapping them slightly.
6. 6.
   Pour any remaining custard mixture over the bread slices.
7. 7.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set.
8. 8.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Latvian honey bread — If you can't find Latvian honey bread, you can substitute it with any other dense and slightly sweet bread, such as brioche or challah.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, you can add a handful of raisins or chopped nuts to the custard mixture before pouring it over the bread slices.
• Serve the pudding warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
• Leftover pudding can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold the next day.

Serving advice

Serve the Latvian Honey Bread Pudding warm as a comforting dessert. Top it with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey for added indulgence.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon or powdered sugar on top of the pudding before serving. You can also garnish it with fresh berries or a sprig of mint for a pop of color.