Description
This classic Irish Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce is a delightful dessert combining rich bread pudding infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and Irish whiskey, topped with a smooth whiskey sauce and whipped cream. Perfectly baked to a golden brown and bursting with warm spices, it’s an indulgent treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Irish Bread Pudding
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup Irish whiskey
- 6 cups day old French bread, cubed
- 1/2 cup raisins plus some for topping
- 1 can whipped cream spray
Irish Whiskey Sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Irish whiskey
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the bread pudding.
- Prepare Ramekins: Spray your ramekins with non-stick spray and place them on a cookie sheet for stability while baking.
- Cube Bread: Using a bread knife, cut the day old French bread into 1-inch cubes and set them aside in a large bowl.
- Melt Milk and Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the milk and unsalted butter over medium heat until combined and warm.
- Mix Eggs and Spices: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, Irish whiskey, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until fully blended.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and stir until the bread is well coated. Then pour the warm milk and butter mixture over the bread and mix again to combine thoroughly.
- Add Raisins: Stir in 1/2 cup of raisins to the bread mixture for added texture and sweetness.
- Fill Ramekins: Equally distribute the bread pudding mixture into the prepared ramekins on the cookie sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the pudding is set.
- Cool: Remove from oven and allow the bread pudding to cool completely. The pudding will slightly sink as it cools, which is normal.
- Prepare Whiskey Sauce: While the pudding is still warm, combine brown sugar, unsalted butter, Irish whiskey, and heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Serve: Drizzle the warm whiskey sauce over the bread pudding, top with additional raisins and a generous spray of whipped cream. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Day-old bread works best as it absorbs the custard better without becoming mushy.
- If you prefer less alcohol flavor, reduce the Irish whiskey slightly or substitute with apple juice for a non-alcoholic version.
- Use a sturdy bread like French or brioche for the best texture.
- To prevent sticking, use non-stick spray or lightly butter the ramekins before filling.
- Letting the pudding cool slightly helps the sauce adhere better and enhances the flavor melding.
- The whipped cream can be homemade or canned according to preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
