Best Leftover Panettone Recipes
by Holly Thomson
Have panettone left after Christmas? Don’t let it go to waste. From puddings to French toast, there are plenty of delicious recipes using panettone that transform leftovers into something special.
Here are our favourite leftover panettone recipes – simple, comforting, and packed with festive flavour.
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How To Use Panettone In Recipes
Panettone, with its naturally sweet flavour, aromatic fragrance, and candied fruits is tailor-made for dessert. Just use where bread is listed:
- Use panettone to replace the bread in bread & butter pudding recipes
- Switch thin slices of panettone for the bread in a summer pudding - and use more winter seasonal fruits for a cold winter pudding.
- Whizz panettone in a blender to replace the breadcrumbs in recipes such as treacle tart or "breacrumb cake"
What to do with leftover Panettone
Leftover panettone doesn't need to go to waste; instead, it's an opportunity to whip up simple and delicious desserts!
You can transform those extra slices into a delightful array of treats. Some of our suggestions are:
- Best for easy bougie: leftover panettone tiramisu is a classic option that requires minimal effort. Just layer panettone slices with coffee-infused mascarpone for a twist on the traditional Italian favorite.
- Best for comfort eating: If you're in the mood for warm comfort, opt for leftover panettone bread pudding – a straightforward mix of cubed panettone, eggs, milk, and sugar, baked to golden perfection.
- Best for luxury dinners: For a golden, syrupy masterpiece, explore our leftover panettone treacle tart recipe. Enjoy experimenting with these easy ideas to make the most of your surplus panettone.
Recipes for leftover Panettone
Leftover Panettone Tiramisu
Leftover panettone becomes the star of the show in our individual panettone tiramisu pots. Layers of panettone soaked in coffee and layered with a velvety mascarpone mixture create a dessert that's both elegant and easy to assemble. Check out our recipe for a delightful twist on the classic tiramisu.
Leftover Panettone Bread & Butter Pudding Recipe
One of the most popular leftover panettone recipes. The buttery slices soak up rich custard, then bake to a golden top. Serve with cream or mascarpone for a dessert that feels indulgent yet easy.
Panettone Treacle Tart Recipe
Explore a unique twist with our panettone treacle tart recipe. The combination of panettone's sweet notes and the rich flavour of treacle creates a dessert that's both nostalgic and innovative. Try this recipe to make the most of your leftover panettone in a delightful treacle tart creation.
Panettone French Toast Recipe
Swap brioche for panettone in your French toast. Dip slices into beaten egg and fry until golden, then top with mascarpone, honey, or fresh fruit. A brilliant way to use leftover panettone for breakfast or brunch.
Panettone Ice Cream Sandwich
Lightly toast slices of panettone and sandwich around a scoop of gelato. Quick, fun, and a clever way to give new life to leftover slices.
Panettone Ice Cream Recipe
Turn leftover panettone into a luxurious frozen dessert. Simply fold toasted cubes of the buttery bread through softened vanilla ice cream, letting the candied peel and raisins add bursts of flavour. Every spoonful is creamy, crunchy, and festive – the kind of recipe that disappears in minutes.
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