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Vanilla-Bourbon Bread Pudding With Caramel Sauce

I don’t make bread pudding often, but it used to be part of my daily routine. When I worked as a chef, bread pudding was a very popular item on the menu, and I was tasked with preparing it.  There are endless variations of this classic dessert, and I have had some great ones over the years. A decadent chocolate one can be fabulous around the winter holidays.  But this recipe I developed because I wanted a simpler one, with a nice vanilla flavor.  I also love caramel, so I had to add that as well.  I top this bread pudding with a delicious caramel sauce, which allows me to control the sweetness factor a bit more.

The trick to all of my bread pudding recipes is the bread: challah (or a great brioche) bread makes the best bread pudding.  Trust me, no matter what you read, don’t use French bread. Usually, I like to bake my bread pudding directly in the ramekins themselves, but not with this recipe.  I bake this one in a simple baking pan.  To serve, I scoop it into individual ramekins and top with the caramel sauce and whipped cream—for an admittedly uber-indulgent treat.  This is an easy, make-ahead dessert that works well with guests and never disappoints. You can serve it warm or chilled depending on your preference, both are delightful.

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About the Author

Andrea Potischman

I am a professionally trained NYC chef turned CA mom and food blogger. I post about real food, with doable ingredient lists that are family friendly.

2 thoughts on "Vanilla-Bourbon Bread Pudding With Caramel Sauce"

  1. Avatar photo Roz says:

    Sitting on a bench in Central Park when I opened this email. Oh, how good this looks. Could you deliver two (actually make it ten) ramekins full ASAP. I’ll add the whipped cream when they arrive. It’s the least I can do.

    1. Deal, I’ll be right there 🙂

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