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Bread pudding is one of the most beloved desserts in home cooking. Traditional, economical, and comforting, it originated as an ingenious way to use up stale bread and avoid waste. Over time, this simple recipe has become a staple in many homes.
Today we present a modern and practical version: mug bread pudding, ready in just 2 minutes, without an oven and with very few ingredients. Ideal for when you’re craving something sweet and homemade, but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen or make a mess.
This recipe is perfect for a quick snack, a different kind of breakfast, or a single-serving dessert that requires almost no effort. It’s also easily adaptable to different needs: you can make it sugar-free, with plant-based milk, creamier, or with extra flavors.
A classic dessert adapted to modern life.
We live at a fast pace, and often we stop preparing homemade recipes due to lack of time. This express bread pudding proves that it is possible to enjoy a homemade dessert in just a few minutes, without sacrificing flavor or texture.
Thanks to the microwave, this version eliminates the need for an oven, reduces cooking time, and allows for a perfect single serving. Furthermore, since it’s made in a mug, it’s practical and convenient, ideal for those who live alone or don’t want to prepare large quantities.
Advantages of this quick bread pudding
This recipe has many advantages that make it a real all-rounder:
It’s ready in minutes.
No oven needed.
Uses basic ingredients.
Ideal for using up day-old bread.
Requires no molds or complicated techniques.
Allows for multiple variations.
Has a soft and moist texture.
A simple, economical, and delicious option for any time of day.
Ingredients needed
To prepare this mug bread pudding you only need a few easy-to-find ingredients:
50g of bread (can be white, wholemeal or day-old)
1 cup (200ml) of milk (whole, skimmed or plant-based)
2 eggs
1 tablespoon of sweetener suitable for cooking
(or 2 tablespoons of sugar, according to your taste)
1 teaspoon of vanilla essence
1 tablespoon of dulce de leche (optional, can be sugar-free) to spread on the cup
Step-by-step preparation
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