Irish Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Irish Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce, a decadent dessert that blends timeless tradition with a boozy twist. This recipe transforms stale bread—such as French loaf, brioche, or challah—into a luscious, custard-soaked masterpiece, kissed with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Baked to golden perfection, this dessert is elevated by a velvety Irish whiskey sauce, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and a touch of spirited warmth. Quick to prepare and perfect for gatherings, this dish is a cozy crowd-pleaser that showcases the best of indulgent Irish-inspired cuisine. Ideal for St. Patrick's Day or any occasion that calls for comfort food with flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups stale bread (e.g., French loaf, brioche, or challah)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup Irish whiskey
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (for whiskey sauce)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for whiskey sauce)
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (for whiskey sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey (for whiskey sauce)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Cut the stale bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In another large bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes. Add the raisins, if using, and gently fold everything together to ensure the bread is evenly soaked. Let the mixture sit for 15–20 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
Transfer the soaked bread mixture to the greased baking dish. Drizzle the melted butter over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pudding is set in the center.
While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the whiskey sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 0.5 cup unsalted butter. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and stir until dissolved.
Slowly whisk in 0.25 cup heavy cream and continue to stir until the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of Irish whiskey.
Allow the bread pudding to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle the warm whiskey sauce over individual servings and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.0 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 955 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.3 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.9 g | ||
| Protein | 23.0 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 423 mg | 9% | |
*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.
