Cajun Bread Pudding With Whiskey Vanilla Sauce!

Name: Cajun Bread Pudding With Whiskey Vanilla Sauce!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Bread Pudding; 1 tablespoon softened butter; 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans; 3 eggs; 1 1/4 cups sugar; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled; 3 cups milk; 8 ounces stale bread, cut into small cubes; Whiskey Vanilla Sauce; 3 cups sugar; 3 cups cream; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 2 tablespoons butter, additional; 1/3 cup whiskey; 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Garnish; 1 cup whipping cream

Servings: persons

Bread Pudding
1 tablespoon softened butter
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
3 eggs
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
3 cups milk
8 ounces stale bread, cut into small cubes
Whiskey Vanilla Sauce
3 cups sugar
3 cups cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons butter, additional
1/3 cup whiskey
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish
1 cup whipping cream

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*Brandy may be used instead of whiskey, if desired. If you'd rather not use liquor, fresh orange juice may be substituted for the whiskey.
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BREAD PUDDING:
3
Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F. Grease a 9 x 13-inch pan with the 1 tablespoon butter.
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Toast the pecans in a dry frying pan over medium heat for 5-10 minutes, or until fragrant (don't allow pecans to burn). Remove from the heat.
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Whisk together the eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, melted butter and milk until well blended.
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Place half the bread cubes in the buttered dish, top with the chopped pecans, then pour half the liquid mixture over the bread. Add the remaining bread cubes and top with remaining liquid. Cover with plastic wrap and let set for 30 minutes, gently pressing the cubes underneath the liquid a few times to make sure the bread is moistened. Remove plastic, cover with foil and bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes.
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Uncover the pudding, drizzle 1 cup of the warm Whiskey Vanilla Sauce over it, and bake for an additional 5 minutes, uncovered. Let set for at least 5 minutes before cutting. Serve the remaining Whiskey Vanilla Sauce with the pudding.
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WHISKEY VANILLA SAUCE.
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While pudding is baking, combine the sugar, cream, spices, and butter in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle boil. When the butter is melted, combine the whiskey, cornstarch, and vanilla in a small bowl, then slowly whisk the whiskey mixture into the gently boiling sauce.
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Boil gently for 5 minutes, stirring often.
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GARNISH.
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Whip the cream and keep in refrigerator until serving time.

2366

kcal

Calories

148

Fat

244

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Bread Pudding, 1 tablespoon softened butter, 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Cajun Bread Pudding With Whiskey Vanilla Sauce! 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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