Bourbon Bread Pudding With Variations Recipe

Name: Bourbon Bread Pudding With Variations
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 5 cups cubed stale brioche bread or 5 cups challah; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 2 cups half-and-half; 1/2 cup whole milk (I use skim- works out fine); 3 eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar; 2 tablespoons Bourbon; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; freshly whipped cream

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter
5 cups cubed stale brioche bread or 5 cups challah
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 cups half-and-half
1/2 cup whole milk (I use skim- works out fine)
3 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons Bourbon
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
freshly whipped cream

1
Butter a 9x9 baking dish and put bread in it. Sprinkle with pecans.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together half-and-half, milk, eggs, butter, brown sugar, bourbon, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
3
Pour the custard mixture over the bread and stir to coat evenly. Let the pudding sit for 1 hour.
4
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Put the dish in the oven and bake for 50 minutes, or until puffy and set. Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes.
5
Serve with fresh whipped cream.
6
Variations: add one large chopped apple (try: Cameo, Cortland, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Jonagold, Jonathan, or Rome); one large sliced banana; or 1/2 cup golden raisins. I think blueberries might be good, too, but I haven't tried that yet.
7
Note: If your bread is fresh, toast it for 8-10 minutes on a baking sheet before you begin.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 5 cups cubed stale brioche bread or 5 cups challah, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 2 cups half-and-half, and more.

Yes, Bourbon Bread Pudding With Variations falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bourbon Bread Pudding With Variations

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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