Classic Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce

Name: Classic Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream; 2 cups whole milk; 4 eggs; 2 tablespoons vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 loaf day-old french bread, cubed (6 to 7 cups); 2 tablespoons softened butter for greasing; 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed; 2 cups heavy cream; 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon bourbon

Servings: persons

2 cups heavy cream
2 cups whole milk
4 eggs
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 loaf day-old french bread, cubed (6 to 7 cups)
2 tablespoons softened butter for greasing
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon bourbon

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar, and salt.
3
Soak the bread in the mixture for about 20 minutes.
4
Grease a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish with the butter.
5
Pour the bread and custard mixture into the dish.
6
Bake until the pudding slightly puffs up and the edges turn a golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes
7
To make the sauce, in a wok over medium-high heat, combine the brown sugar, cream, butter, and salt, stirring with a wooden spoon, until it just comes to a boil.
8
Lower the heat to medium-low and continue stirring until the sauce thickens, about 15 to 20 minutes.
9
Stir in the bourbon and remove the sauce from the heat.
10
Spoon the sauce generously over each dish of warm bread pudding and serve.

1819

kcal

Calories

128

Fat

147

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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups heavy cream, 2 cups whole milk, 4 eggs, 2 tablespoons vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Classic Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!