Recipesโ†’Latviaโ†’Latvian Rye Bread Pudding with Berries

Latvian Rye Bread Pudding with Berries

A comforting and traditional Latvian dessert made from dark rye bread, layered with sweet cream and tart berry jam, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.

Prep25 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Total2 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)
Serves6
LevelEasy
Latvian Rye Bread Pudding with Berries - Latvia traditional dish

๐Ÿง‚ Ingredients

  • 500 g Dark rye bread(stale or dried until crisp)
  • 800 ml Water
  • 4-5 tablespoons Blackcurrant or cherry jam
  • 100 g Dried fruits (apricots, cherries, pineapple, raisins)(chopped)
  • 100 g Nuts (cashews, walnuts)(chopped)
  • 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
  • 200 ml Sweet cream (35% fat)(chilled)
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar(for whipping cream)

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tips

  • โœ“The quality of the rye bread significantly impacts the final flavor.
  • โœ“Adjust the amount of jam according to your sweetness preference.
  • โœ“For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of Riga Black Balsam to the jam layer.

โœจ Twist Ideas

Inspiration for your own version of this recipe

  • Use different types of jam, such as raspberry or plum.
  • Incorporate other dried fruits like figs or dates.
  • Add a layer of toasted nuts for extra crunch.

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