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Indulge in this rich and decadent dessert, infused with the warmth of bourbon and the sweetness of caramelized sugar.
Ingredients:
For the Bread Pudding:
- 1 large loaf French bread (14-16 oz), torn into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups milk
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 to 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup raisins
- 3 tbsp melted butter
For the Bourbon Sauce:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2-3 tbsp bourbon (adjust to taste)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Tear French bread into chunks and toast slightly if fresh.
- Whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, allspice, and cinnamon. Pour over bread and let soak for 10-15 minutes.
- Fold in raisins and melted butter.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare bourbon sauce by caramelizing sugar and butter, then whisking in heavy cream and bourbon.
- Serve warm bread pudding with bourbon sauce and garnish with powdered sugar or whipped cream.
Tips:
- Use stale bread for best results.
- Don’t skip the spices for added flavor.
- Adjust bourbon content to taste.
- Prepare bread pudding base ahead of time and assemble just before serving.
