Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
20 slice

white bread

day-old

2 tbsp

butter

room temperature

4 tbsp

apricot jam

2 cup

milk

3 unit

eggs

0.38 cup

sugar

50 g

nuts

whole, optional

1 pinch

ground nutmeg

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2
~4 min

Butter slices of bread.

Step 3
~4 min

Spread jam on half of the bread slices to create sandwiches.

Step 4
~4 min

Cut each sandwich into quarters.

Step 5
~4 min

Arrange the sandwich quarters loosely in a deep oven dish.

Step 6
~4 min

If using chocolate, add chunks between the bread pieces.

Step 7
~4 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and sugar until well blended.

Step 8
~4 min

Pour the milk mixture evenly over the bread in the dish.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle the top with ground nutmeg.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until set right through and golden brown.

Step 11
~4 min

Serve warm with custard or vanilla ice cream.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use slightly stale bread for best results.

Soak the bread well in the milk mixture for a more tender pudding.

Add a dash of vanilla extract to the milk mixture for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with custard or vanilla ice cream.

Top with fresh fruit or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream
Custard

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Comfort food often served during holidays or special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Weekend
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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