Description
Whiskey Caramel Bread Pudding is the ultimate indulgence that combines rich, buttery bread soaked in a warm whiskey caramel sauce. This dessert is not only perfect for special occasions like Father’s Day but also ideal for cozy evenings at home. With its decadent flavor profile and delightful texture, every bite offers a mouthwatering experience. Easy to prepare with versatile ingredients, this recipe allows you to customize it to your liking—making it a go-to dessert for bakers of all skill levels. Serve it warm with extra caramel sauce or a scoop of ice cream for an unforgettable treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups cubed brioche or French bread
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
- ½ cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup whiskey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, cream, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour over the bread and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Stir in optional pecans before transferring to the baking dish.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and set in the middle.
- For the caramel sauce, melt butter in a saucepan and stir in brown sugar until smooth. Gradually add cream and whiskey; cook until thickened.
- Drizzle warm sauce over the baked pudding before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg