Delicious Homemade Bread Pudding Cake
Category: Desserts
Servings: 10
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Homemade Bread | 400g |
| Whole Milk | 400g |
| Raisins | 100g |
| Lemon Zest | 1 |
| Butter | 100g |
| Sugar | 100g |
| Breadcrumbs | 30g |
| Eggs | 1 |
| Grappa (or any preferred liquor) | 20g |
| Pine Nuts | 50g |
| All-Purpose Flour | 100g |
| Water | as needed |
Instructions
- Begin by removing the crust from the homemade bread and set the soft bread aside. Tear the bread into small pieces to help it soak up the milk.
- In a small bowl, soak the raisins in warm water for about 5 minutes to plump them up. This step ensures that they retain moisture and provide a juicy bite when baked.
- As the bread softens, zest the peel of one lemon using a fine grater, making sure to only capture the outer, yellow part to avoid any bitter white pith.
- Once the bread has absorbed enough moisture, squeeze out any excess water to prevent the pudding from becoming too soggy.
- Transfer the moistened bread into a large mixing bowl. Add sugar and an egg to the bread, mixing thoroughly.
- Cut the softened butter into small pieces and add it to the mixture, stirring well to ensure the butter melts evenly into the ingredients.
- Pour in the grappa (or any preferred liquor such as rum or brandy) for a rich flavor depth, then add the soaked raisins, lemon zest, and pine nuts. Stir everything together until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture forms a thick, uniform batter.
- Next, gently fold in the breadcrumbs and flour, ensuring that the bread pudding mixture is well mixed and smooth.
- Transfer the batter into a greased baking dish, using the back of a spoon to level and flatten the top, ensuring an even surface.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the pudding for approximately 60 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool down to room temperature. The pudding will set further as it cools, making it easier to cut into slices.
This homemade bread pudding cake offers a delicious, comforting dessert that’s perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. The balance of raisins, pine nuts, and the rich essence of grappa makes this a standout treat, sure to delight anyone who tastes it! Enjoy!
