Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that transforms humble bread into a decadent dessert that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! This Bread Pudding with Bourbon Butter Glaze is not just a recipe—it's a magical transformation of simple ingredients into a luxurious, heart-warming treat that promises to elevate your dessert game from ordinary to extraordinary. With its rich, custardy texture and a sinful bourbon glaze that adds a sophisticated adult twist, this dessert is guaranteed to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 8 cups of cubed bread
- 4 cups of milk
- 1 cup of sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 cup of bourbon
- 1/2 cup of butter
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously butter a 9x13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cut day-old bread into 1-inch cubes, ensuring they are slightly stale for better absorption of custard mixture.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined and smooth.
- Gently fold bread cubes into the custard mixture, allowing bread to soak and absorb liquid for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer soaked bread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly and pressing down slightly to ensure uniform coverage.
- Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- While pudding bakes, prepare bourbon butter glaze by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in bourbon and powdered sugar until smooth and glossy, creating a rich, decadent glaze.
- Remove bread pudding from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes.
- Drizzle warm bourbon butter glaze over the bread pudding just before serving.
- Serve warm, optionally accompanied by vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Tips
- Choose the Right Bread: Day-old bread works best as it absorbs the custard more effectively. Brioche, challah, or French bread are ideal choices.
- Don't Rush the Soaking: Allow bread cubes to sit in the custard mixture for at least 10 minutes to ensure maximum flavor absorption.
- Temperature Matters: Use room temperature eggs for a smoother custard mixture.
- Prevent Burning: Cover with foil if the top browns too quickly during baking.
- Glaze Consistency: Whisk the bourbon butter glaze thoroughly to prevent separation and ensure a smooth, glossy finish.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve warm for the most decadent experience, and consider adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 135mg
