Warm whiskey bread pudding

This warm whiskey bread pudding is a classic dessert that combines simplicity with indulgence. Day-old bread is soaked in a custard mixture, baked until golden on top and soft inside, then served with a buttery whiskey caramel sauce.

  • 18 Sep 2025
  • Cook time 45 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Warm whiskey bread pudding

Bread pudding is one of the most versatile desserts you can make. It’s budget-friendly, works with almost any bread you have on hand, and can be dressed up with add-ins like raisins, nuts, or chocolate chips. Paired with ice cream or whipped cream, it’s a soul-warming dessert perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or a cozy night in.

Ingredients:

3 cups baguette (french bread)
600g
3 cups milk (2% fat)
600g
3 eggs
170g
1/2 cup sugar
100g
1 tsp vanilla extract
5g
1/2 tsp cinnamon
2.50g
1/4 cup raisins
50g
1/2 cup butter
100g
1/2 cup brown sugar
100g
1/4 cup whiskey
50g

Instructions:

1. Prepare custard: Whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon.
2. Soak bread: Place bread cubes in a greased baking dish, pour custard over, and let soak for 15 minutes to absorb. Stir in raisins if using.
3. Bake: Preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Bake pudding for 40–45 minutes until the custard is set and top is golden.
4. Make whiskey sauce: Melt butter in a small pan, stir in brown sugar until dissolved. Add whiskey and simmer for 2–3 minutes until glossy.
5. Serve: Pour sauce over pudding and serve warm.

Tips:

- Bread choice: Brioche or challah gives a rich texture, but any sturdy bread works.

- Flavor boost: Add chopped pecans, chocolate chips, or orange zest.

- Advance prep: Assemble pudding ahead of time and refrigerate; bake just before serving.

This whiskey bread pudding proves that dessert doesn’t need to be complicated to be delicious. It’s hearty, satisfying, and endlessly customizable. Serve it with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size300 grams
Energy
Calories 650kcal32%
Protein
Protein 18g12%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 100g28%
Fiber 2.80g7%
Sugar 50g50%
Fat
Fat 20g25%
Saturated 10g34%
Cholesterol 160mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 260ug29%
Choline 120mg23%
Vitamin B1 0.80mg67%
Vitamin B2 0.70mg54%
Vitamin B3 5mg31%
Vitamin B6 0.21mg12%
Vitamin B9 150ug37%
Vitamin B12 0.84ug35%
Vitamin C 0.63mg1%
Vitamin E 0.55mg4%
Vitamin K 2.57ug2%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 220mg17%
Copper, Cu 0.19mg21%
Iron, Fe 4.71mg43%
Magnesium, Mg 50mg12%
Phosphorus, P 270mg22%
Potassium, K 410mg12%
Selenium, Se 40ug72%
Sodium, Na 690mg46%
Zinc, Zn 1.88mg17%
Water
Water 150g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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