Air Fryer Bread Pudding (White Bread, Currants)

Air Fryer Bread Pudding (White Bread, Currants)

Ingredients

• 6–8 slices white bread
• Butter (enough to spread on both sides of bread + greasing dish)
• 3 eggs
• 1 to 1 1/4 cups milk
• 1/3 to 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1/3 cup currants or raisins
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but recommended)
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

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Preparation

1. Prepare the bread

• Butter both sides of each slice of white bread
• Cut bread into triangles or cubes (cube shape absorbs custard better)
• Grease a baking dish that fits your air fryer

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2. Assemble the dish

• Place half the bread in the dish
• Sprinkle half the currants
• Add remaining bread on top
• Add remaining currants

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3. Make the custard mixture

• In a bowl, whisk together:
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Sugar
  • Vanilla extract (if using)
  • Cinnamon (if using)
• Whisk until fully combined and slightly frothy

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4. Soak

• Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread
• Press bread down gently so it absorbs liquid
• Let it rest for 10–15 minutes before cooking (important for texture)

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Air Frying Instructions

Preheat

• Preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F)

Cooking

• Place dish in air fryer basket
• Cook at 160°C for 20–25 minutes

Check doneness

• Top should be golden brown
• Center should be set but slightly soft (not runny)
• If needed, cook an extra 3–5 minutes