Bourbon Bread Pudding

Vegetarian
Health score
27%
Bourbon Bread Pudding
45 min.
10
1014kcal

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Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Bourbon Bread Pudding, a delightful dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. This vegetarian treat combines the soft, buttery texture of brioche bread with a luscious custard infused with the warm notes of bourbon, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for celebrations or family dinners.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this decadent dessert without spending all day in the kitchen. The combination of half-and-half and whole milk creates a creamy base that envelops the bread, allowing it to soak up all the delicious flavors. Topped with crunchy pecans, this bread pudding offers a delightful contrast in texture that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Once baked to perfection, the pudding puffs up beautifully, creating a golden-brown crust that hides the rich, custardy interior. Allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving, and consider pairing it with a dollop of fresh whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Bourbon Bread Pudding is a must-try recipe that will elevate any dessert table.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons bourbon 
  • 10 cups bread cubed (from a 1-pound loaf)
  • tablespoons butter plus more for greasing
  • cup brown sugar packed
  •  eggs beaten
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • cups half and half 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg grated
  • cup pecans chopped
  • teaspoons vanilla extract pure
  • cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Butter a 13 by 9-inch baking dish, and put the cubed brioche in it.
  2. Sprinkle with the pecans.
  3. Whisk together the half-and-half, milk, eggs, butter, brown sugar,bourbon, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the bread in the baking dish, givingthe bread a stir to make sure it's coated.
  5. Let the pudding sit for 1 hour, so the bread can fully absorb the milk.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Once it is ready, put the dishin the oven and bake for 50 minutes, or until puffy and set.
  7. Remove, and let stand 10 minutes before serving. This is absolutely lovely when served with some fresh whipped cream.
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Nutrition Facts

Calories1014kcal
Protein13.05%
Fat31.05%
Carbs55.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.67
Glycemic Load
60.87
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
36.375217043835%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.17mg
Delphinidin
0.79mg
Catechin
0.79mg
Epigallocatechin
0.61mg
Epicatechin
0.09mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1013.61kcal
50.68%
Fat:34.86g
53.63%
Saturated Fat:11.72g
73.27%
Carbohydrates:141.23g
47.08%
Net Carbohydrates:130.6g
47.49%
Sugar:40.7g
45.23%
Cholesterol:124.67mg
41.56%
Sodium:1359.2mg
59.1%
Alcohol:1.78g
100%
Alcohol %:0.53%
100%
Protein:32.98g
65.96%
Manganese:3.37mg
168.61%
Selenium:79.17µg
113.09%
Vitamin B1:1.1mg
73.1%
Vitamin B3:13.53mg
67.67%
Vitamin B2:0.93mg
54.96%
Folate:217.1µg
54.27%
Iron:9.4mg
52.25%
Phosphorus:497.57mg
49.76%
Calcium:470.46mg
47.05%
Fiber:10.63g
42.51%
Magnesium:127.78mg
31.95%
Vitamin B5:2.78mg
27.75%
Copper:0.52mg
25.94%
Zinc:3.73mg
24.88%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
19.8%
Potassium:605.28mg
17.29%
Vitamin K:13.63µg
12.98%
Vitamin A:582.45IU
11.65%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.6%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.71%
Vitamin D:0.71µg
4.72%
Vitamin C:1.47mg
1.79%
Source:Epicurious