Mint Chocolate Bread and Butter Pudding

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C.

2. 2

   Butter the bread, then tear it into large chunks.

   Tip: Use any stale bread for this recipe.

3. 3

   In a large saucepan, melt the butter and sugar over low heat, stirring occasionally.

   Tip: Stir until the sugar dissolves.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and stir in the chopped mint and melted chocolate until combined.

   Tip: Be patient, this may take a minute.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, and vanilla extract.

   Tip: Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl.

6. 6

   Add the wet ingredients to the saucepan and stir until well combined.

   Tip: It will start to thicken.

7. 7

   Pour in the bread mixture and stir gently until everything is coated.

   Tip: Be gentle to avoid breaking the bread.

8. 8

   Transfer to a baking dish and smooth the top.

   Tip: You can use a bit of extra cream to grease the dish if needed.

9. 9

   Bake for 30 minutes, then cover with foil and bake for a further 10 minutes.

   Tip: The top should be golden brown and the pudding should be set.