Maple Pecan Bread Pudding with Bourbon Caramel Sauce

A rich and decadent bread pudding originating in the Southern United States, perfect for the holiday season. The combination of maple syrup, toasted pecans, and crispy bourbon caramel sauce creates a truly unforgettable dessert experience.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 cups Brioche bread, cubed
• 1/2 cup Maple syrup
• 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 eggs Large eggs
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup Pecans, toasted
• 2 tablespoons Bourbon whiskey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). In a large bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, granulated sugar, eggs, heavy cream, and melted butter.

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   Step 2: Add the cubed bread, toasted pecans, bourbon whiskey, vanilla extract, and salt to the bowl. Stir until well combined.

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   Step 3: Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

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   Step 4: Bake the bread pudding for 25-30 minutes, or until it is golden brown and set.

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   Step 5: While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the bourbon caramel sauce by combining the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and bourbon whiskey in a small saucepan.

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   Step 6: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

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   Step 7: Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

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   Step 8: Drizzle the bourbon caramel sauce over the warm bread pudding and serve immediately.

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   Step 9: Garnish with additional toasted pecans and a drizzle of bourbon caramel sauce, if desired.

💡 Pro Tips

To ensure that the bread pudding is evenly toasted, stir it gently every 10 minutes while it's baking. To prevent the bourbon caramel sauce from crystallizing, avoid stirring it too much and don't let it come to a boil.

📊 Nutrition per Serving