Brennan’s Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce Recipe

Brennan’s Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce is a decadent and iconic dessert from the heart of New Orleans, featuring a sumptuous custard-soaked interior paired with a velvety whiskey-infused sauce, embodying the perfect blend of tradition and indulgence.

Make our Brennan’s Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce Recipe at home and your Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce will taste just like Brennan’s.

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Bread Pudding

Bread Pudding, a comforting and timeless dessert, has roots in various culinary traditions and is celebrated for its simplicity and versatility. At its essence, bread pudding is a baked dish made by layering or soaking pieces of stale or day-old bread in a mixture of eggs, milk, sugar and spices before baking until it achieves a golden-brown crust and a custard-like interior.

The origins of bread pudding trace back to a desire to minimize food waste by repurposing leftover bread, making it a frugal and sustainable creation. Over time, different cultures have embraced variations of this dish, each adding its unique twist. In the United States, it often carries a Southern flair, featuring additions like pecans, raisins or a drizzle of bourbon sauce. In England, it’s a classic comfort dessert, sometimes known as “bread and butter pudding,” where buttered slices of bread are layered with dried fruit and baked to perfection.

One of the charms of bread pudding lies in its adaptability. Whether sweet or savory, this dish provides an ideal canvas for creativity. Common flavorings include vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg, but adventurous chefs may incorporate ingredients like chocolate, berries or even savory elements like cheese and herbs.

Bread pudding is more than just a dessert; it embodies the essence of homey, soul-soothing cooking. Its humble beginnings have evolved into a beloved treat found on menus around the world, gracing tables from family kitchens to fine dining establishments. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or at room temperature, its comforting flavors and soft, yielding texture make bread pudding a timeless and cherished indulgence for dessert enthusiasts and culinary traditionalists alike.

Brennan’s Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce

Brennan’s Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce is a signature dessert that epitomizes the culinary excellence of Brennan’s New Orleans. This luscious and indulgent treat is a testament to the restaurant’s commitment to preserving and elevating the traditions of Creole cuisine. The bread pudding itself is a symphony of textures, with a sumptuous custard-soaked interior and a delicately crispy crust, showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of the chefs.

What sets Brennan’s Bread Pudding apart is its decadent Whiskey Sauce, a rich and velvety accompaniment that adds a layer of sophistication to each bite. The sauce, made with high-quality whiskey, butter, sugar and cream, imparts a luxurious and nuanced flavor profile that perfectly complements the warmth of the bread pudding. Served together, this dessert embodies the perfect balance of sweetness and richness, creating a harmonious culinary experience that captures the essence of both comfort and indulgence.

Brennan’s Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce has justifiably become an iconic dish, representing the intersection of tradition, innovation, and the timeless allure of New Orleans’ culinary heritage.

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Brennan's Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce Recipe

Brennan's Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce is a decadent and iconic dessert from the heart of New Orleans, featuring a sumptuous custard-soaked interior paired with a velvety whiskey-infused sauce, embodying the perfect blend of tradition and indulgence. Make our Brennan's Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce Recipe at home and your Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce will taste just like Brennan's.

Prep Time30 minutes mins

Active Time1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Chilling Time1 hour hr

Total Time2 hours hrs 45 minutes mins

Course: Dessert, Dessert Sauce, Sweet

Cuisine: Cajun and Creole, Southern

Keyword: Brennan's, Dessert, Dessert Sauce, New Orleans, Seafood

Yield: 8 Servings

Ingredients

Bread Pudding

• 10 slices stale Bread torn into cubes
• 4 cups Milk scalded
• 4 Eggs slightly beaten
• 1 cup Sugar
• 1 cup canned Evaporated Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground Nutmeg
• 4 tablespoons Butter melted
• 1/2 cup Raisins

Whiskey Sauce

• 1 1/2 cups Milk
• 1 cup Sugar
• 3 Egg Yolks slightly beaten
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 3 tablespoons Whiskey

Instructions

Bread Pudding

• Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
• Scatter bread cubes in the baking dish.
• Pour the scalded milk over the bread. Set aside.
• In a medium bowl, add eggs and 1 cup sugar. Mix well to dissolve sugar.
• Add remaining bread pudding ingredients - evaporated milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, butter and raisins. Mix to combine.
• Pour mixture into pan evenly over the bread and milk mixture. Using a spatula, press the bread down lightly to help the milk to be absorbed.
• Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• Remove bread pudding from refrigerator and set baking dish inside a slightly larger oven-safe pan. Pour warm water into the larger pan about halfway up the sides of the bread pudding dish to make a "bain marie".
• Place in preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.

Whiskey Sauce (Prepare while Bread Pudding is baking)

• Pour 1 1/2 cups milk and 1 cup sugar into a medium size saucepan.
• Place over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until the mixture almost come to a boil. Reduce heat.
• Place egg yolks into a small bowl.
• Pour a small amount of hot milk and sugar mixture into egg yolks, whisking constantly.
• Gradually pour egg mixture back into the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
• Blend cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water. Add to saucepan.
• Bring custard to a boil, whisking constantly for several minutes until it thickens. Remove from the heat.
• Stir in vanilla extract and whiskey.
• Strain through a fine mesh sieve.
• Pour over bread pudding, in the pan, over each slice or both, as desired.

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