Spiced Bread Crumb Pudding

Name: Spiced Bread Crumb Pudding
Ingredients: 2.5 cups Stale bread crumbs (From Zweiback or other bread); 0.75 cup Milk (Whole milk recommended); 1 cup Brown sugar (Packed); 1 teaspoon Salt (Table salt); 0.75 teaspoon Cinnamon (Ground cinnamon); 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg (Freshly grated); 0.5 cup English walnut meats (Chopped); 2 tablespoons Butter (Unsalted, melted)

A simple bread crumb pudding with warm spices and nuts. Zweiback is a type of crisp, sweetened bread, often used for rusks or toast. This recipe uses stale bread crumbs, milk, sugar, spices, and nuts to create a comforting dessert.

Ingredients

2.5 cups Stale bread crumbs (From Zweiback or other bread)
0.75 cup Milk (Whole milk recommended)
1 cup Brown sugar (Packed)
1 teaspoon Salt (Table salt)
0.75 teaspoon Cinnamon (Ground cinnamon)
0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg (Freshly grated)
0.5 cup English walnut meats (Chopped)
2 tablespoons Butter (Unsalted, melted)

Instructions

1If using Zweiback or other bread, ensure it is stale and dry. Crumble or process into fine crumbs. If using pre-made breadcrumbs, ensure they are plain and unseasoned.
2In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, milk, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3Stir in the chopped English walnuts.
4Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish (8x8 inch or similar) with butter.
5Pour the bread crumb mixture into the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
6Let the pudding cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!