Bourbon-Spiked Mulled Cider Bread Pudding
Bourbon-Spiked Mulled Cider Bread Pudding is a delightful autumn dessert that combines the comforting flavors of sweet apple cider, warm spices, and rich bourbon. This indulgent bread pudding features a creamy custard soaked into buttery bread, creating a deliciously cozy dish perfect for chilly nights. Ideal for gatherings or simply treating yourself, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale brioche or challah bread, cubed
- 2 cups fresh apple cider
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine bread cubes and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together apple cider, bourbon, milk or cream, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread cubes and let soak for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm with whipped cream or bourbon sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or dried fruits. You can prepare the mixture a day in advance and refrigerate it before baking.