Jul 14 2026
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Bourbon Pecan Bread Pudding Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves8

Make Bourbon Pecan Bread Pudding Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Bread Pudding Base

Toppings

Method

Preparing the Bread Pudding

  1. 1

    Step 1: Prepare the Bread

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Step 3: Combine Bread and Mixture

    Pour the wet mixture over the bread cubes. Gently toss to ensure all bread is soaked. Let it sit for about 15 minutes to absorb.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Bake the Pudding

    Transfer the bread mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

Making the Bourbon Sauce

  1. 5

    Step 1: Melt Butter

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.

  2. 6

    Step 2: Add Sugar and Cream

    Once melted, stir in the brown sugar and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer while stirring constantly.

  3. 7

    Step 3: Add Bourbon

    Remove from heat and carefully stir in the bourbon and vanilla extract. Set aside to cool slightly.

Serving the Dish

  1. 8

    Step 1: Serve the Pudding

    Once the bread pudding is baked, let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm topped with bourbon sauce, chopped pecans, and a dusting of powdered sugar.

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