Rum Raisin Bread Pudding
Rum Raisin Bread Pudding is a rich, comforting dessert made from stale bread soaked in a custard of eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and warm spices, then baked with rum-soaked raisins. It is a classic example of British and American comfort food, often served warm with a sauce like vanilla or bourbon caramel.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates and fat, with significant sugar content, providing a substantial energy boost. A typical serving offers key nutrients like calcium, potassium, and B vitamins from the eggs and dairy, but should be enjoyed in moderation due to its high calorie density.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 58 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 38 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Selenium | 10 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, bread pudding is a historic 'waste-not' dish, transforming stale bread into a luxurious dessert. Nutritionally, the rum not only adds flavor but can also help preserve the raisins and enhance the overall aromatic profile of the dish.
