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New Orleans Bread Pudding recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
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new orleans bread pudding

inspired by

@brennans

Jul 20 2025

2h

Serves 8

Recipe information

Whiskey Caramel, Buttermilk Ice Cream, Pralines

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Ingredients

Bread Pudding

Whiskey Caramel Sauce

Buttermilk Ice Cream

Pralines

Preparation

Bread Pudding Preparation

1. Prepare the Bread

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Tear the French bread into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.

2. Mix Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Pour the mixture over the torn bread and let it soak for 30 minutes.

3. Bake

Transfer the bread mixture to a greased baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes until set and golden brown. Let cool.

Whiskey Caramel Sauce Preparation

1. Make Caramel

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt granulated sugar until it turns golden brown. Remove from heat and carefully whisk in butter until melted.

2. Add Cream and Whiskey

Slowly add heavy cream and whiskey, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool.

Buttermilk Ice Cream Preparation

1. Mix Ice Cream Ingredients

In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, buttermilk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.

2. Chill and Churn

Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, then churn in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions.

Pralines Preparation

1. Cook Praline Mixture

In a saucepan, combine pecans, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the mixture reaches a soft ball stage.

2. Add Butter and Cool

Remove from heat, stir in butter, and drop spoonfuls onto wax paper to cool.