White Ladies Pudding – Nun’s Bread and Butter Pudding

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

White Ladies Pudding - Nun's Bread and Butter Pudding

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

481

Sugar

35g

Fat

28g

White Ladies Pudding, also known as Nun's Bread and Butter Pudding, is a traditional British dessert that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is believed to have originated in 17th century convents where nuns would use stale bread and simple ingredients to create a nourishing and satisfying pudding. Today, it remains a popular dessert that is often served at family gatherings and special occasions. The warm, custardy pudding is also wonderful served with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of custard. It is a reminder of simpler times that is sure to please anyone who tries it.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 180°C/fan160°C/gas 4.
2.	Spread the sugar and coconut evenly over the base of an ovenproof dish.
3.	Arrange the bread overlapping in a neat pattern on top of the sugar and coconut, making sure that they are tightly packed.
4.	Pour the milk into a pan and add the vanilla essence and pinch of salt. Heat until just below boiling point, then remove from the heat.
5.	In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then gradually whisk in the milk mixture. Pour this mixture over the bread, cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6.	Remove the foil and bake for a further 15-20 minutes until the pudding is golden and set.

PROS

White Ladies Pudding is a delicious, comforting dessert that is easy to prepare without any complicated ingredients.

It is a great recipe to use up leftover bread.

CONS

This recipe contains high levels of sugar and fat, so it is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is also not suitable for those who are lactose-intolerant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While White Ladies Pudding is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as a treat in moderation.
The coconut in this recipe is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It has been linked to promoting heart health and brain function.

	50 g golden granulated sugar
	125 g desiccated coconut
	6 -8 slices white bread , crusts removed and thickly buttered
	600 ml whole milk
	vanilla essence
	1 pinch salt
	3 eggs , beaten