PECAN, BOURBON, AND BUTTERSCOTCH BREAD PUDDING

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Pecan, Bourbon, and Butterscotch Bread Pudding image

Provided by Anita Lo

Categories     Bourbon     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Kentucky Derby     Pecan     Fall     Winter     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Butterscotch sauce:
1 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon bourbon (optional)
Pudding:
1 pound day-old rustic white bread, crusts removed, cut into 1/2" cubes (12 cups)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 cups sugar
5 large eggs
4 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Pinch of kosher salt
3 tablespoons bourbon
1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
2 cups pecan pieces

Steps:

  • For butterscotch sauce:
  • Bring brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, whisking to dissolve sugar. Boil until mixture is syrupy and measures 1 1/3 cups, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; add cream and bourbon, if desired, and stir until smooth. Let cool. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Let cool completely, cover, and chill. Rewarm before serving.
  • For pudding:
  • Toss bread, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in a large bowl and set aside. Using an electric mixer, beat eggs and remaining 1 1/2 cups sugar in another large bowl until pale yellow and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add cream, poppy seeds, and salt; beat to blend. Place bourbon in a small bowl; scrape in seeds from vanilla bean (reserve bean for another use). Whisk to distribute seeds, then add to egg mixture, whisking to blend well. Pour egg mixture over bread mixture in bowl. Add pecans and toss to coat well. Transfer mixture to a 13x9x2" glass or ceramic baking dish, spreading out in an even layer. Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove plastic wrap and bake until top is browned in spots and a tester inserted into center comes out clean, 1 1/4-1 1/2 hours. Serve bread pudding with butterscotch sauce.

Ndodana Nleya
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bread pudding turned out dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong. Maybe I didn't use enough milk or eggs.


Gurung dil
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This bread pudding was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. The pecan-bourbon sauce was delicious, though.


Ljo tihimi
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This bread pudding was easy to make and turned out delicious. I especially liked the crispy pecan topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Kore finance
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I'm not a big fan of bread pudding, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pecan-bourbon sauce was especially good. I would definitely make this again.


Marcus Williams
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This bread pudding was amazing! The flavors were incredible, and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Teshale Tefera
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bread pudding turned out dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong. Maybe I didn't use enough milk or eggs.


Nova Kings
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This bread pudding was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. The pecan-bourbon sauce was delicious, though.


Atigah Divine
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This bread pudding was easy to make and turned out delicious. I especially liked the crispy pecan topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Asmi Rai
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I'm not a big fan of bread pudding, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The pecan-bourbon sauce was especially good. I would definitely make this again.


Steven Rowlands
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This bread pudding was amazing! The flavors were incredible, and the texture was perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Karamat Ali
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my bread pudding turned out dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong. Maybe I didn't use enough milk or eggs.


Paras Kc
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This bread pudding was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. The pecan-bourbon sauce was delicious, though.


Uniqua White
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I made this bread pudding for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the crispy pecan topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Olamide Awogbami
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This bread pudding was easy to make and turned out so delicious! The flavors of the pecans, bourbon, and butterscotch all melded together perfectly. I served it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and it was the perfect dessert.


lalitha Kumari
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I'm not usually a fan of bread pudding, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was just perfect. The bread was soft and moist, the pecans added a nice crunch, and the bourbon sauce was rich and decadent. I will defin


Mayson Hopland
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This bread pudding was a hit at our family gathering! Everyone raved about the rich, buttery flavor and the gooey pecan-bourbon sauce. I will definitely be making this again.