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Bread Pudding With Rum Sauce

Irresistible Bread Pudding With Rum Sauce You’ll Love

This delightful Bread Pudding With Rum Sauce transforms leftover bread into a comforting dessert that's simple to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pudding
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Adds richness and prevents sticking
  • 4 large Eggs Use room temperature for better mixing
  • 2 cups Milk Whole milk is ideal, any milk alternative works too
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Deepens flavor; granulated sugar can be used
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Enhances richness; half-and-half is a lighter option
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Swap with almond extract for variation
  • 8 cups Stale Bread Cubed, yields the best texture
  • 1 cup Pecans Provide crunch; can replace with walnuts
For the Rum Sauce
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds depth and richness
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Essential for a glossy finish; can skip for a lighter sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a luxurious sauce; substitute with half-and-half
  • ½ cup Dark Rum Infuses the sauce with flavor, bourbon can be used

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until blended, then add milk, sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla.
  3. Cube the stale bread and fold it into the egg mixture, along with the pecans.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
  5. After chilling, pour the mixture into the prepared dish and bake uncovered for about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  6. Allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use day-old bread and allow the mixture to sit long enough for soaking. Serve warm with vanilla bean ice cream or whipped cream.

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