Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

Here’s a classic recipe for Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce—rich, comforting, and perfect for dessert or special occasions.

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Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

Ingredients

For the Bread Pudding:

• 6 cups cubed day-old bread (white, brioche, or challah work best)
• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Whiskey Sauce:

• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons whiskey (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Bread Pudding

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place cubed bread in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, cream, sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and melted butter.
4. Pour the mixture over the bread cubes, pressing gently to soak all the bread.
5. Sprinkle raisins or dried cranberries on top if using.
6. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to allow bread to absorb the custard.

2. Bake

1. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
2. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the top is golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

3. Make the Whiskey Sauce

1. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Stir in brown sugar and cream, cooking until sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly.
3. Remove from heat and stir in whiskey and vanilla extract.

4. Serve

• Spoon warm bread pudding onto plates and drizzle generously with whiskey sauce.
• Optional: Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

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Tips

• Bread Choice: Slightly stale bread absorbs custard better than fresh bread.
• Whiskey Sauce: Adjust the amount of whiskey to taste; reduce for a milder flavor.
• Make Ahead: Bread pudding can be assembled a few hours ahead and baked just before serving.

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This Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce is rich, comforting, and irresistible—the perfect dessert for cozy evenings or special gatherings.

If you like, I can also provide a simpler single-pan version that’s even quicker but keeps the same creamy, boozy flavor.