Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this decadent Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce. Made from tender cubes of day-old French bread or brioche soaked in a luscious custard blend of whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this classic recipe strikes the perfect balance between creamy and crispy. A sprinkling of brown sugar creates a caramelized golden crust, while the optional addition of raisins adds bursts of sweetness. But the star of the show is the rich, buttery whiskey sauce—a velvety drizzle with smoky hints of whiskey that elevates each bite. Ready in just an hour, this crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for holiday gatherings or as a cozy weeknight dessert. Serve warm and watch it disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups (cubed) Day-old bread (French bread or brioche)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar (for topping)
- 0.25 cup Whiskey
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for whiskey sauce)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (for whiskey sauce)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Place the cubed bread into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the melted butter over the bread and toss to coat evenly.
In another bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
Pour the mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all the bread is moistened. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the custard.
If using raisins, mix them into the bread mixture evenly.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the top with brown sugar for a caramelized topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set in the center.
While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the whiskey sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the powdered sugar and continue stirring until smooth.
Slowly add the whiskey and heavy cream, whisking constantly until the sauce is well combined and heated through. Remove from heat.
Once the bread pudding is done, let it cool slightly, then cut into servings.
Drizzle the warm whiskey sauce over each portion and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 385 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.2 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 317 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
