Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding Recipe

A taste of Cape Town! This decadent bread pudding recipe, inspired by my wonderful flatmate Yasmeen, is unbelievably easy to make. Imagine soft, buttery jam sandwiches transformed into a warm, comforting dessert with a hint of nutmeg magic. Customize it with raisins, nuts, or – my personal favorite – chunks of dark chocolate! This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or a delightful treat for guests. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 341.7 kcal
Protein 24g
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Ingredients for Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding

  • 8 slices day-old white bread
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup apricot jam
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • Nuts
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, plus a pinch for sprinkling
  • chocolate chunks (optional)
  • custard or vanilla ice cream (for serving)

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How to Make Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Prepare 4 jam sandwiches using 8 slices of bread, butter, and your favorite jam.
  3. Cut each sandwich into quarters (16 pieces total).
  4. Arrange sandwich quarters loosely in a greased 2-quart deep oven-safe dish. If using chocolate, insert chunks between the bread pieces.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 2 cups whole milk until well combined.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring all pieces are moistened.
  7. Sprinkle the top with an additional pinch of nutmeg.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving warm with a dollop of custard or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

16g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding?

Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding?

Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding has approximately 341.7 calories per serving, with about 24 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding?

The key ingredients for Yasmeen's Jam Sandwich Bread Pudding are Day Old White Bread, Butter, Apricot Jam, Milk, Eggs, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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