Layered Almond Cream Cheese Bread Pudding with Amaretto Cream Sa
Dive into indulgence with this decadent Layered Almond Cream Cheese Bread Pudding with Amaretto Cream Sauce, a dessert that redefines comfort food sophistication. Made with layers of buttery brioche, rich cream cheese, and a luscious almond-infused custard, this recipe offers a heavenly union of creamy textures and nutty flavors. The dish is baked to golden perfection and topped with a warm, velvety Amaretto cream sauce for a luxurious finish. Perfect for special occasions or an elevated treat, this bread pudding is both elegant and irresistibly comforting. Serve it warm and garnish with sliced almonds for a stunning dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. With keywords like "almond bread pudding," "cream cheese dessert," and "Amaretto sauce," this recipe is sure to be a standout on your menu!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 slices Brioche bread
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 2.5 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Almond extract
- 0.5 cups Sliced almonds
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups Amaretto liqueur
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Cornstarch (optional, for thickening sauce)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with 0.5 cups of the granulated sugar until smooth and spreadable. Set aside.
Cut the brioche slices into 1-inch cubes and spread half of the cubes evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Dollop spoonfuls of the sweetened cream cheese mixture over the bread layer, then sprinkle half of the sliced almonds over the cream cheese.
Cover the cream cheese layer with the remaining bread cubes to create a second layer.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, remaining 1 cup of granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Pour this custard mixture evenly over the bread and press down gently to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
While the bread pudding bakes, prepare the Amaretto cream sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and Amaretto liqueur over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken slightly. If a thicker sauce is desired, whisk in cornstarch and simmer for 1–2 additional minutes.
Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Drizzle the warm Amaretto cream sauce generously over each portion and garnish with additional sliced almonds if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy the luxurious flavors of almond and cream in every bite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5331 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 262.7 g | 337% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.3 g | 652% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1564 mg | 521% | |
| Sodium | 2681 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 589.8 g | 214% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 453.6 g | ||
| Protein | 105.3 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 54% | |
| Calcium | 1496 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2037 mg | 43% | |
*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.
