Best 11 Old Fashioned Bread Pudding With Brandy Hard Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our classic bread pudding recipe, a timeless dessert that combines the comforting flavors of bread, milk, and spices. This traditional treat is elevated with a decadent brandy hard sauce, adding a boozy twist that perfectly complements the rich bread pudding.

Our recipe collection features three variations to suit every taste preference. The classic bread pudding recipe embodies the essence of this comforting dessert, while the chocolate bread pudding recipe adds a layer of rich, indulgent chocolate flavor. For those seeking a lighter option, the bread pudding with fruit recipe incorporates the sweetness of fresh fruits, creating a vibrant and refreshing twist.

Each recipe is meticulously detailed with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that every home baker can recreate these delicious treats with ease. From preparing the bread and custard mixture to baking and serving the final masterpiece, our recipes guide you through the entire process, ensuring a perfect result every time.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, our bread pudding recipes are sure to impress your family and friends. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful journey of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST BREAD PUDDING



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The Best Bread Pudding recipe. A sweet and custard-like dessert with flavors of vanilla and brown sugar. Stir together until the sugar is melted. Add the brandy, stirring well. Pour over bread pudding. Serve warm or cold.

Provided by Paula Deen

Time 15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups divided granulated sugar
5 large beaten eggs
2 cups milk
4 teaspoons divided vanilla extract
3 cups cubed allow to stale overnight in a bowl Italian bread
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup melted, plus 1/4 cup softened butter
1 cup chopped pecans
1 beaten, for the sauce egg
1/4 cup brandy

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350º. Grease a 13 by 9 by 2-inch pan.
  • Mix together 2 cups granulated sugar, 5 eggs and milk in a bowl; add 2 teaspoons vanilla. Pour over cubed bread and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • In another bowl, mix and crumble together brown sugar, 1/4 cup softened butter and pecans.
  • Pour bread mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle brown sugar mixture over the top and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until set. Remove from oven.
  • For the sauce:
  • Mix together 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 egg, and 2 teaspoons vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir together until the sugar is melted. Add the brandy, stirring well. Pour over bread pudding. Serve warm or cold.

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING WITH HARD SAUCE



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My grandmother was a great cook, but preferred simple recipes without a lot of fancy additions. I think this came about from her having been widowed the year before the Great Depression with 9 children to provide for. This bread pudding recipe was a way to use up stale bread, dried out raisins, and older milk or cream....

Provided by Susan Feliciano

Categories     Other Sauces

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 17

BREAD PUDDING
4-5 c stale bread, cut in cubes
3 c warm milk
1/4 tsp salt
3 eggs
1/2 c sugar
1 tsp rum, brandy, or vanilla flavoring
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1/4 c raisins
1/4 c chopped nuts
HARD SAUCE
4 Tbsp butter, softened
1 1/4 c confectioners' sugar
1/8 tsp salt
1 tsp rum, brandy, or vanilla flavoring
1/4 c (or more) light cream

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, soak the diced bread in the warm milk and 1/4 tsp. salt for 10-15 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°. Place a large pan of hot water on the middle rack while preheating.
  • 2. Beat together the eggs, sugar, rum or brandy, nutmeg, lemon juice, raisins, and nuts. Pour this mixture over the soaked bread and stir lightly to combine. Turn the mixture into a greased 2-3 quart casserole dish. Place the dish into the pan of hot water and bake about 45 minutes. When done, remove from the hot water and allow to cool slightly before serving.
  • 3. TO MAKE HARD SAUCE: Beat the confectioners' sugar gradually into the softened butter until blended and fluffy. Beat in the salt and the rum or brandy. Add cream 2 tablespoons at a time and blend well until very smooth. Chill while pudding is baking. Serve over the warm bread pudding.

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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Bread pudding is a delicious treat and an even better way to reduce food waste! For this bread pudding recipe, collect the heels and any extra slices of bread you have and freeze them. When you have enough to measure six cups (this is about six slices of bread), thaw the slices and start baking this warm and comforting bread pudding.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups soft bread cubes (about 6 slices bread)
1/2 cup raisins, if desired
Whipping (heavy) cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 2-quart saucepan, heat milk and butter over medium heat until butter is melted and milk is hot.
  • In large bowl, mix eggs, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Stir in bread cubes and raisins. Stir in milk mixture. Pour into ungreased deep round pan.
  • Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean. Serve warm with whipping cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 280 mg

HARD SAUCE FOR BREAD PUDDING AND OTHER DESSERTS



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Hard sauce is actually not a sauce at all but more of a spread. This British recipe is flavored with rum, brandy, or vanilla and served with dessert.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Sauce

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter, softened slightly
1 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons brandy, rum, or whiskey
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Allspice, to taste

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • With a standing or hand-held mixer , beat the softened butter until creamy.
  • Add the powdered sugar and mix while scraping the sides of the bowl, so the sugar and butter come together evenly.
  • Add the vanilla extract, brandy, rum, or whiskey, and spices.
  • Mix, scraping the sides again, to combine.
  • Spoon the sauce into a bowl.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 2 mg, Sugar 27 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (12-ounce) cans evaporated milk
1 cup water
6 eggs, beaten
8 ounces crushed pineapple
1 large apple, grated
1 cup raisins
1 1/2 cups sugar
5 tablespoons vanilla extract
1/4 pound butter, softened
1 loaf stale po' boy bread or 5 cups cubed stale white bread

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, break bread and moisten with evaporated milk and water. Pour eggs over mixture and mix well. Add pineapple, apple, raisins, sugar, and vanilla and mix well. Cut butter into pieces and add to mixture, mixing all ingredients well, Pour into a greased 9 by 13-inch baking dish. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

OLD FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING WITH BRANDY HARD SAUCE RECIPE - (5/5)



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Provided by á-11084

Number Of Ingredients 13

Pudding
2 C. milk
4 C. coarse bread crumbs
1/4 C. melted butter
1/2 C. sugar
2 eggs slightly beaten
1/4 t. salt
1/2 C. raisins
1 t. cinnamon or nutmeg
Brandy Hard Sauce
1/4 C. butter, softened
1 C. sifted powdered sugar
1 T. brandy (or Rum)

Steps:

  • Bread Pudding Heat milk to scalding and pour over bread crumbs. Let cool and add remaining ingredients. Pour into butter 1 1/2 quart buttered casserole. Bake at 350 degrees until a knife inserted into the pudding comes out clean. (check closer to the edge-not the center). Serve warm with or without Hard Sauce or cream. Variation: Chocolate Bread Pudding: Blend 1/3 C. cocoa to the sugar before adding it to the pudding. Brandy Hard Sauce In a small mixing bowl beat butter and powdered sugar with a hand mixer on medium speed for 3 to 5 minutes until smooth. Beat in brandy. Spoon into a serving bowl and chill to harden., about 30 minutes. Makes 2/3 C. sauce.

OLD FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Bread Pudding recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rowen

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter, softened (1/4 cup)
2 cups milk
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
3 cups soft bread cubes (about 5 slices)
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Put butter in small bowl.
  • Scald milk (heat till just below boiling) and pour over butter, stir to mix well.
  • Beat eggs.
  • Gradually stir into milk mixture. Stir in sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Put bread cubes and raisins in a 1-1/2 quart baking dish; pour in milk mixture. Stir gently to moisten the bread evenly.
  • Set in a larger pan; add hot water to the outer pan to come halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve warm or cold.

BEST BREAD PUDDING WITH VANILLA SAUCE



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We found this recipe tucked inside my mom's Bible when going through her things. It has become a family tradition on the first snow day of the year and if that doesn't happen, which can be the case here in central Virginia, we know it'll be the featured dessert at Easter and anytime a comfort food is in order.

Provided by Gail Cobile

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups white sugar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup butter, melted
3 cups whole milk
10 slices hearty farmhouse-style bread, toasted and cut into cubes
1 cup raisins
½ cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 ¼ cups whole milk
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk 3 eggs, white sugar, 2 tablespoons of light brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/4 cup of butter, and 3 cups of whole milk together, and gently stir in the bread cubes and raisins. Lightly spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and set in the middle, 50 to 55 minutes; cover the dish with foil after 30 minutes to prevent excessive browning. Let the pudding stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • For vanilla sauce, whisk 1/2 cup of light brown sugar, the flour, a pinch of cinnamon, 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, 1 1/4 cups of whole milk,and salt together in a heavy saucepan until smooth. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and the sauce coats the back of a spoon, 10 to 12 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour sauce over warm bread pudding, or serve on the side in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.3 calories, Carbohydrate 91.7 g, Cholesterol 128.8 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 387.3 mg, Sugar 72.4 g

BREAD PUDDING WITH WHISKEY SAUCE



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This is the best bread pudding I've ever eaten! My husband wants me to make it every weekend for Sunday brunch.

Provided by CHERRY195

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups milk
¼ cup white sugar
1 (1 pound) loaf French bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup white sugar
½ cup butter
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup whiskey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, stir together eggs, butter, vanilla and milk. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar and mix thoroughly until sugar is dissolved.
  • Place bread cubes in bottom of prepared pan. Pour liquid over bread, fully saturating all bread. Sprinkle pecans on top.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, until golden. Meanwhile, combine 1/2 cup white sugar, 1/2 cup butter, cream and whiskey in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring constantly, until sauce is gently boiling. Pour sauce over baked bread pudding and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 602.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 114.9 mg, Fat 34.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 531.1 mg, Sugar 24.8 g

OLD-FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING WITH BRANDY HARD SAUCE



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Number Of Ingredients 15

PUDDING
5 cups cubed white and whole wheat bread
2 1/2 cups warm milk
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped nuts
HARD SAUCE
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon hot water
2 tablespoons brandy or 2 teaspoons brandy extract

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 2-quart casserole. In greased casserole, combine bread cubes and milk. In medium bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla and eggs mix well. Stir in raisins and nuts. Add egg mixture to soaked bread cubes blend well.2. Bake at 350°F. for 50 to 60 minutes or until pudding is set.3. Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine all hard sauce ingredients. Beat at high speed until well blended. Cover refrigerate until serving time. Serve hard sauce over warm pudding.TIP: * Four slices white bread and four slices whole wheat bread yield about 5 cups bread cubes.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1/10 of Recipe * Calories: 390 * Calories from Fat: 130 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 14 g 22% * Saturated Fat: 7 g 35% * Cholesterol: 70 mg 23% * Sodium: 250 mg 10% * Total Carbohydrate: 59 g 20% * Dietary Fiber: 2 g 8% * Sugars: 46 g * Protein: 6 g * Vitamin A: 10% * Vitamin C: 0% * Calcium: 10% * Iron: 8% * Dietary Exchanges: 2 Starch, 2 Fruit, 2 1/2 Fat or 4 Carbohydrate, 2 1/2 Fat

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

GRANDMA'S OLD FASHIONED BREAD PUDDING WITH VANILLA SAUCE RECIPE - (3.9/5)



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Provided by francesn

Number Of Ingredients 15

PUDDING:
4 cups white bread, cubed, about 8 slices
1/2 cup raisins
2 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
SAUCE:
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon vanilla

Steps:

  • PUDDING: Heat oven to 350°F. Combine bread and raisins in large bowl. Combine milk and 1/4 cup butter in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat until butter is melted, about 4 to 7 minutes. Pour milk mixture over bread; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in all remaining pudding ingredients. Pour into greased 1 1/2-quart casserole. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until set in center. SAUCE: Combine all sauce ingredients except vanilla in 1-quart saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until mixture thickens and comes to a full boil, about 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in vanilla. To serve, spoon warm pudding into individual dessert dishes; serve with sauce. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality bread. Stale or day-old bread is best, but fresh bread can also be used.
  • Cut the bread into small cubes. This will help it to absorb the custard more evenly.
  • Soak the bread cubes in the milk and cream mixture for at least 30 minutes, or overnight. This will help to soften the bread and make it more flavorful.
  • Use a variety of spices in the custard mixture. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract are all classic choices, but you can also experiment with other spices, such as ginger, cardamom, or cloves.
  • Bake the bread pudding in a water bath. This will help to prevent the pudding from drying out.
  • Serve the bread pudding warm with a dollop of brandy hard sauce.

Conclusion:

Old-fashioned bread pudding is a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, it's no wonder that this dish has been enjoyed for centuries. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or just as a weeknight dessert, bread pudding is sure to be a hit.

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