Bourbon Bread Pudding Recipe

DESSERTS

1. 1

   Prepare the Bread

   Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Make the Custard Mixture

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

3. 3

   Combine Liquids

   In a saucepan, heat the whole milk and heavy cream over medium heat until just warm. Remove from heat and whisk in the bourbon.

4. 4

   Mix Bread and Custard

   Pour the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to temper the eggs. Pour this custard mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are evenly soaked. Let it sit for about 30 minutes to absorb.

5. 5

   Prepare the Baking Dish

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.

6. 6

   Transfer to Baking Dish

   Pour the soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.

7. 7

   Bake the Pudding

   Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. 8

   Prepare the Caramel Sauce

   While the bread pudding is baking, heat the caramel sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until warm.

9. 9

   Serve

   Once baked, allow the bread pudding to cool slightly. Serve warm topped with a generous drizzle of caramel sauce, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and whipped cream.