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Classic New Orleans Bread Pudding


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  • Author: Lina Judi
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Description

This Classic New Orleans Bread Pudding is the epitome of comfort food, offering a rich and creamy dessert experience. Enhanced with optional bourbon or rum, it’s perfect for cozy evenings or festive occasions.


Ingredients

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For the Bread Pudding:

  • 6 cups stale bread, cubed (preferably French bread or challah)
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup raisins or chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1/4 cup bourbon or dark rum (optional)

For the Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup bourbon or dark rum (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Prepare Bread: Place the cubed bread in the prepared baking dish.
  • Make Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. If using, stir in the raisins or pecans and bourbon or rum.
  • Combine: Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes. Gently press down on the bread to ensure it’s fully soaked.
  • Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown. Let it cool slightly before serving.
  • Prepare Sauce: For the sauce, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the sugar and cook until dissolved. Add the heavy cream and bourbon or rum if using. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Serve: Serve the bread pudding warm with a generous drizzle of the sauce.

Notes

This Classic New Orleans Bread Pudding is perfect for a cozy dessert or holiday treat. The optional bourbon or rum adds a delightful depth of flavor. Enjoy it with or without the sauce for a delicious indulgence!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes