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Cozy Hot Cross Bun Bread Pudding Recipe with Easy Vanilla Sauce

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A warm, comforting bread pudding made from hot cross buns soaked in a spiced custard and served with a smooth vanilla sauce. Perfect for cozy occasions and easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 6 medium-sized hot cross buns, sliced into cubes
  • 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • For the vanilla sauce:
  • 1 cup whole milk (240 ml)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (65 g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly butter your 9×9-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. Slice the hot cross buns into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1 cup heavy cream, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the cubed hot cross buns into the custard mixture with a rubber spatula. Let sit for 10 minutes to soak.
  5. Pour the custard-soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down lightly to compact evenly.
  6. Drizzle 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter over the top.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center and golden brown on top.
  8. While baking, prepare the vanilla sauce: In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/3 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  9. Let the bread pudding rest for 5-10 minutes after baking.
  10. Serve warm with a generous drizzle of the vanilla sauce.

Notes

If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking. For a firmer texture, reduce milk by 1/4 cup. Use room temperature eggs and dairy for best custard texture. Vanilla sauce can be made ahead and reheated gently. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month.

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