Description
This Leftover Yorkshire Bread & Butter Pudding is a delightful and inventive dessert that transforms leftover Yorkshire puddings into a luscious, warm custard treat. Infused with zesty lemon curd, sultanas, and a fragrant hint of vanilla, it offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Baked until golden and served with cream or vanilla ice cream, this easy-to-make pudding is a comforting dessert ideal for using up leftovers creatively.
Ingredients
Scale
Yorkshire Pudding Base
- 4 large or 6 small leftover Yorkshire puddings
- 75g lemon curd
- 2 tbsp sultanas
Custard Mixture
- 1 egg
- 100ml double cream
- 100ml whole milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp caster sugar
Topping
- 1 tbsp demerara sugar
- ½ lemon, zested
To Serve (optional)
- Cream or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Yorkshire Puddings: Tear the leftover Yorkshire puddings into chunks and scatter half of them evenly over the base of a small baking dish measuring about 15 x 20 cm.
- Add Lemon Curd and Sultanas: Drizzle half of the lemon curd over the Yorkshire pudding pieces, then sprinkle half of the sultanas on top. Repeat these layers with the remaining Yorkshire puddings, lemon curd, and sultanas to build a layered pudding.
- Make the Custard: In a jug, whisk together the egg, double cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and caster sugar until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour Custard Over the Pudding: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the layered Yorkshire pudding in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are moistened. Allow the pudding to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes to absorb the custard.
- Preheat Oven: Heat the oven to 160°C (140°C fan) or gas mark 3 in preparation for baking.
- Add Topping and Bake: Scatter the demerara sugar and lemon zest evenly over the top of the pudding. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the custard is gently set and the top is golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the pudding from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Using leftover Yorkshire puddings makes this a great recipe for minimizing food waste.
- Allowing the pudding to soak in the custard mixture before baking enhances the texture and flavor.
- Adjust the sugar quantities if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet pudding.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream and milk with plant-based alternatives, though it may alter the texture.
- Serve immediately after resting to enjoy the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: Yorkshire pudding dessert, bread and butter pudding, leftover Yorkshire pudding recipe, lemon curd pudding, easy British desserts
