Bread pudding is a perfect example of this. It consists of stale bread drenched in custard, topped with a sugary sauce. If you feel guilty about eating it, you’re probably not working hard enough.
Yield: Makes a small dish with a 3-cup capacity
Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce
A wonderfully rich and comforting dessert.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Total Time
55 minutes
Ingredients
- FOR THE BREAD PUDDING:
- 9 ounces fresh sourdough artisan bread (~7 slices)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- FOR THE WHISKEY SAUCE:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons whiskey
Instructions
- First, you need to ensure your bread is stale. I do this by chopping it into 1” cubes and letting it sit out overnight on the counter. If you’re in a hurry, toast the bread cubes in a low oven (200°) until the bread is dry throughout.
- Butter a glass baking dish that has a 3-cup capacity. Arrange the stale bread cubes in the dish evenly.
- Next, whisk together in a medium bowl the eggs, milk, vanilla, sugar and cinnamon (if using). Pour this mixture slowly over the bread cubes and press the cubes down into the custard. Sprinkle the pecan pieces on top.
- Let it soak while you preheat the oven to 325°.
- Place the baking dish on a small sheet pan and bake for 30-40 minutes. Baking time varies based on staleness of bread. It’s done when the edges are light brown, the middle is slightly puffed and a few pricks reveal no runny egginess.
- Let cool while you make the sauce.
- Melt the butter, sugar and heavy cream together in a small saucepan over low-heat. Once the sugar is dissolved, turn off the heat and stir in the whiskey. Serve the sauce with the bread pudding while warm.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 621Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 544mgCarbohydrates: 76gFiber: 3gSugar: 34gProtein: 16g
blackbookkitchendiaries says
wow! you got me craving for some of this right now! this looks really awesome:) your photos are so pretty .. thank you for sharing this Christina and have a great day.
Jenn (Cookies Cupcakes Cardio) says
I love bread pudding...and WHISKEY! Wahoo! Can't wait to try.
Jolene (www.everydayfoodie.ca) says
I have never made bread pudding, and I have only had it once ... but based on your pictures - that HAS to change!
lynne says
Oh! This looks delicious! I've never tried whiskey sauce, but it sounds like an interesting twist to an old classic!
Emily @ A Cambridge Story says
Wooow. Bread pudding is one of my go-to dishes - sweet or savory - and this version looks incredible!
Rachel says
Dangit I just got back from the grocery store. Wish I'd seen this before I went cuz I'd be making it tonight! So glad I found your site, thanks!!
Kimby says
I loved reading about your family history. Nice to combine nostalgia with dessert... :)
Lindsey @ Gingerbread Bagels says
Oh my word do I LOVE bread pudding.This looks incredible. The whiskey sauce is calling my name! :)
Lauri (redheadrecipes.com) says
Bread pudding is my favorite dessert!!!
Rachel @ A Cupcake for Moose says
Not only do I love this recipe, but I love the story behind it. Family history and regional history combined with humor at the end. You really are a great writer, Christina! Mr. Schalk would loveeee this bread pudding! Must add it to my rotation ASAP. :)