Maker'S Mark Chocolate Bread Pudding

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Mix the cream and half and half together in a large saucepan. Heat until near boiling.

3. 3

   Place the chocolate chips in a large bowl and pour the hot cream mixture over the chips.

4. 4

   Stir until all the chocolate is melted.

5. 5

   Combine chocolate mixture with the bread cubes.

6. 6

   Whisk together sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, bourbon and egg.

7. 7

   Add to chocolate and bread mixture and combine well.

8. 8

   Pour into a 2-quart baking dish and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes before baking.

9. 9

   Bake, uncovered, until set and a cake tester comes out clean.

10. 10

    Serve warm. Top with whipped cream if desired.

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