Bluewater Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Bluewater Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce
45 min.
8
847kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of Bluewater Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce, a dessert that promises to be the star of any gathering. This vegetarian treat is not only rich in flavor but also incredibly satisfying, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate the art of comfort food. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this decadent dish that serves eight, ensuring that everyone gets a taste of its luscious goodness.

Imagine the warm, custardy bread soaked in a blend of whole milk, cream, and eggs, all harmoniously infused with the sweet notes of dark brown sugar and a hint of nutmeg. The addition of dried currants adds a delightful burst of flavor, while the buttery, toasted bread creates a perfect texture that melts in your mouth. And let’s not forget the crowning glory—a rich caramel sauce that drizzles over the warm pudding, elevating it to a whole new level of indulgence.

This recipe is not just about satisfying your sweet tooth; it’s about creating memories around the table. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, Bluewater Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to a dessert that’s as comforting as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • cup plus light
  • pound t brown sugar dark
  • 0.5 cup rum dark
  • 0.5 cup currants dried
  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted room temperature
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 
  • cup whipping cream 
  • 12 slices sandwich bread white trimmed
  • 2.5 cups milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Whisk all ingredients in heavy large saucepan to blend.
  2. Whisk over medium-high heat until beginning to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until sauce is thick enough to coat spoon, whisking occasionally, about 25 minutes. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cool. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over low heat before serving.)
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 11x7-inch glass baking dish.
  4. Combine milk, cream, sugar, eggs, egg yolks, vanilla, nutmeg, and salt in large bowl; whisk to blend well.
  5. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with butter. Arrange 6 slices, buttered side up, in single layer in prepared dish, trimming to fit.
  6. Sprinkle with currants. Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
  7. Pour custard through sieve over bread in dish.
  8. Let stand 15 minutes, occasionally pressing bread into custard.
  9. Place pudding in dish in 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan.
  10. Pour enough hot water into pan to come halfway up sides of pudding dish.
  11. Place in oven.
  12. Bake pudding until set in center and golden on top, about 45 minutes.
  13. Remove pudding from water bath.
  14. Serve warm or at room temperature with warm caramel sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories847kcal
Protein5.66%
Fat25.46%
Carbs68.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.98
Glycemic Load
39.82
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.641304244166%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:847.01kcal
42.35%
Fat:23.62g
36.34%
Saturated Fat:12.88g
80.52%
Carbohydrates:143.77g
47.92%
Net Carbohydrates:142.5g
51.82%
Sugar:125.2g
139.11%
Cholesterol:238.85mg
79.62%
Sodium:339.11mg
14.74%
Alcohol:5.57g
100%
Alcohol %:2.12%
100%
Protein:11.81g
23.62%
Selenium:24.72µg
35.32%
Calcium:279.86mg
27.99%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.4%
Phosphorus:232.56mg
23.26%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.32%
Vitamin A:956.63IU
19.13%
Folate:68.65µg
17.16%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.25%
Vitamin D:2.35µg
15.68%
Vitamin B12:0.86µg
14.28%
Iron:2.55mg
14.19%
Vitamin B5:1.28mg
12.84%
Potassium:380.73mg
10.88%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.72%
Vitamin B3:2.12mg
10.62%
Zinc:1.49mg
9.91%
Magnesium:33.97mg
8.49%
Copper:0.14mg
6.81%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.72%
Fiber:1.27g
5.09%
Vitamin K:2.05µg
1.96%
Source:Epicurious