Transform your leftover sourdough bread into a luscious dessert with Baker Tom's Blueberry and Lemon Sourdough Pudding. This recipe is a wonderful way to enjoy the tangy freshness of blueberries and lemon, balanced with the rich, buttery flavor of sourdough bread. It's perfect for a cozy evening or as a delightful ending to a dinner party.
Ingredients
Here's what you'll need to whip up this delightful pudding:
- Half a small round of Baker Tom’s sourdough (cut into bite-sized chunks)
- 2 eggs
- 450ml milk
- 100g sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- A handful of blueberries
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- A pinch of Cornish sea salt
- A sprinkle of brown sugar
Method
1. Prepare the Bread
Start by cutting your leftover Baker Tom's sourdough into bite-sized pieces. This step is crucial as it allows the bread to soak up the flavorful custard mixture. Once cut, place the sourdough chunks into an ovenproof dish.
2. Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 170°C (340°F) to preheat. This ensures that your pudding bakes evenly, with a lovely golden top.
3. Mix the Custard
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, melted butter, and a pinch of Cornish sea salt. This mixture will form the custard base of your pudding, infusing each piece of sourdough with sweet and tangy flavours.
4. Assemble the Pudding
Pour the custard mixture over the sourdough chunks in the ovenproof dish, making sure each piece is well-coated. This step is key to achieving a moist and flavorful pudding.
5. Add the Blueberries
Scatter a handful of fresh blueberries over the top of the soaked bread. The blueberries will burst during baking, adding pops of juicy sweetness throughout the pudding.
6. Top with Brown Sugar
Finish by sprinkling a light layer of brown sugar over the top. This will create a caramelised crust that adds a delightful crunch to each bite.
7. Bake
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. The pudding should come out golden brown, with a set custard and bubbling blueberries.
8. Serve
Allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving. This dessert is delicious on its own, but for an extra touch of indulgence, serve it with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of clotted cream.
A Taste of Comfort and Brightness
This Blueberry and Lemon Sourdough Pudding is a testament to how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. The tang of lemon and the sweetness of blueberries complement the rich, buttery flavor of the sourdough, while the custard provides a creamy base that ties everything together.
Perfect for using up leftover bread and celebrating the flavours of summer, this pudding is sure to become a favourite in your dessert repertoire. Enjoy the balance of comfort and brightness with each delicious bite!
