Brennan's Bread Pudding With Whiskey Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Brennan's Bread Pudding, a Houston Chronicle favorite! Made with buttery croissant, brioche, or challah bread, this recipe boasts a rich, custard-like texture and is perfectly complemented by a luscious whiskey sauce. Experience the taste of classic Southern comfort food elevated to new heights. Prepare for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 580.8 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Brennan's Bread Pudding With Whiskey Sauce

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Brennan's Bread Pudding With Whiskey Sauce

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How to Make Brennan's Bread Pudding With Whiskey Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes. In a large bowl, toss bread cubes with 1/2 cup of the milk mixture ensuring all pieces are lightly moistened.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together remaining milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and nutmeg. Pour over bread cubes and gently toss to combine. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to allow bread to absorb the custard.
  4. Pour bread pudding mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the whiskey sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar, and whiskey. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce slightly thickens.
  6. Remove bread pudding from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Drizzle generously with warm whiskey sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

228g

Fat

52g

Carbs

28g