New Orleans Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
New Orleans Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce
45 min.
9
517kcal

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Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of New Orleans with this delightful Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce. This classic dessert is not only vegetarian but also a perfect way to use up leftover French bread, transforming it into a warm, custardy treat that will impress your family and friends. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this dish for gatherings or a cozy night in.

The combination of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, along with the sweetness of raisins, creates a harmonious blend that dances on your palate. The pièce de résistance is the luscious bourbon sauce, which adds a decadent touch to each serving. Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as it bakes, filling your home with the essence of Southern hospitality.

This recipe serves nine, making it ideal for sharing, and with each serving clocking in at 517 calories, it’s a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this bread pudding is sure to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dish that’s as comforting as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup bourbon 
  • tablespoons bourbon 
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup plus 
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 4.5 cups bread french cubed () ( 8 ounces)
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 1.3 cups milk 2% reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup raisins 
  • Dash salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. To prepare pudding, combine raisins and 2 tablespoons bourbon in a bowl.
  2. Let stand 30 minutes.
  3. Drain mixture in a sieve over a bowl, reserving liquid.
  4. Combine reserved liquid, milk, and next 6 ingredients (milk through eggs) in a large bowl, stirring well with a whisk.
  5. Add bread, tossing gently to coat. Spoon mixture into an 8-inch square baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  6. Sprinkle evenly with raisins, pressing gently into bread mixture. Cover with foil; chill 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 35
  8. Place dish in a 13 x 9-inch baking pan; add hot water to pan to a depth of 1 inch.
  9. Bake, covered, at 350 for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  10. To prepare sauce, combine 1/2 cup sugar, corn syrup, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  11. Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 cup bourbon.
  12. Serve each bread pudding piece warm with about 1 tablespoon sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories517kcal
Protein12.98%
Fat18.67%
Carbs68.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.6
Glycemic Load
58.18
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.437391383492%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:516.53kcal
25.83%
Fat:10.31g
15.86%
Saturated Fat:4.82g
30.14%
Carbohydrates:84.89g
28.3%
Net Carbohydrates:81.95g
29.8%
Sugar:25.75g
28.62%
Cholesterol:78.18mg
26.06%
Sodium:803.41mg
34.93%
Alcohol:3.84g
100%
Alcohol %:2.31%
100%
Protein:16.12g
32.24%
Vitamin B1:0.87mg
58.05%
Selenium:39.99µg
57.13%
Folate:155.33µg
38.83%
Vitamin B2:0.66mg
38.55%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.32%
Vitamin B3:5.8mg
29.01%
Iron:5.05mg
28.06%
Phosphorus:192.57mg
19.26%
Fiber:2.95g
11.79%
Calcium:115.54mg
11.55%
Magnesium:45.23mg
11.31%
Zinc:1.67mg
11.11%
Copper:0.21mg
10.54%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.79%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.77%
Potassium:245.36mg
7.01%
Vitamin A:281.39IU
5.63%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.55%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.88%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.22%
Vitamin K:1.42µg
1.35%
Source:My Recipes