Decadent Bourbon-Infused Instant Pot Bread Pudding
Experience the bliss of moist and flavorful bread pudding, effortlessly crafted in your Instant Pot! This sumptuous dessert features the richness of stale challah or brioche bread, combined with plump raisins and crunchy pecans, all enveloped in a creamy custard. The pièce de résistance is the warm bourbon sauce that elevates each bite, making it a perfect indulgence for any occasion. While its texture is luxuriously soft and velvety, the preparation is surprisingly simple, ensuring you can serve up this delightful treat with ease and confidence.
6-8
Servings
N/A
Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
stale challah or brioche bread
12 ounces (cubed (about 8 to 10 cups))
raisins
1/2 cup (none)
pecans
1/2 cup (chopped)
half-and-half
2 cups (none)
heavy cream
1/2 cup (none)
granulated sugar
2/3 cup (none)
light brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
large eggs
3 (beaten)
large egg yolks
2 (beaten)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
unsalted butter
4 tablespoons (melted)
unsalted butter for sauce
6 tablespoons (none)
light brown sugar for sauce
2/3 cup (packed)
heavy cream for sauce
1/3 cup (none)
bourbon whiskey
2 tablespoons (none)
vanilla extract for sauce
1/2 teaspoon (none)
salt for sauce
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by cubing the stale challah or brioche bread and placing it in a large mixing bowl. Add the raisins and chopped pecans, tossing gently to combine.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, heavy cream, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, beaten eggs, beaten egg yolks, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
3
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread mixture, ensuring all pieces are saturated. Mix gently to avoid breaking the bread, then transfer to a greased 7-inch round casserole or soufflé dish. Press the mixture down firmly to compact it.
4
Cover the dish tightly with a piece of greased foil, greased side down.
5
Place a wire trivet in the bottom of your 6-quart Instant Pot and pour in 1.5 cups of water. Carefully lower the covered bread pudding onto the trivet.
6
Lock the lid of the Instant Pot, ensuring the valve is set to seal. Set the pressure cooker to high pressure and cook for 42 minutes.
7
Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure. Carefully unlock the lid and lift out the bread pudding.
8
For the bourbon sauce, remove the trivet and discard the water from the Instant Pot. Return the empty bowl to the pot and press the sauté button on low. Add the 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter and let it melt.
9
Next, whisk in the 2/3 cup of packed light brown sugar and cook until it’s dissolved. Pour in the 1/3 cup of heavy cream, adding the bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, then turn off the Instant Pot.
10
To serve, scoop warm bread pudding into bowls and generously drizzle the bourbon sauce over the top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Decadent Bourbon-Infused Instant Pot Bread Pudding.
What type of bread is best for this pudding?
Stale challah or brioche bread is recommended for the best texture.
How should the bread be prepared?
The bread should be cubed into pieces, measuring about 8 to 10 cups.
What kind of nuts are included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for half a cup of chopped pecans.
Does this recipe include fruit?
Yes, it includes half a cup of raisins.
What dairy products are needed for the custard?
You will need 2 cups of half-and-half and 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
How many eggs are required?
The custard uses 3 beaten large eggs and 2 beaten large egg yolks.
What sugars are used in the bread mixture?
The recipe uses a combination of 2/3 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup light brown sugar.
What size Instant Pot is recommended?
The instructions are written for a 6-quart Instant Pot.
What type of dish should the pudding be cooked in?
A greased 7-inch round casserole or soufflé dish.
How much water goes into the Instant Pot?
Add 1.5 cups of water to the bottom of the pot.
How long does the pudding cook under pressure?
It should be cooked on high pressure for 42 minutes.
Is a natural pressure release required?
Yes, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes after cooking.
What is the purpose of the foil?
A greased piece of foil is used to cover the dish tightly to protect the pudding while cooking.
What are the ingredients for the bourbon sauce?
The sauce contains butter, light brown sugar, heavy cream, bourbon whiskey, vanilla extract, and salt.
How do I make the bourbon sauce in the Instant Pot?
After removing the pudding, use the sauté button on low to melt butter and whisk in the remaining ingredients until bubbly.
How much bourbon is in the sauce?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of bourbon whiskey.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe serves between 6 and 8 people.
What spices are used for flavoring?
The recipe is flavored with ground cinnamon and vanilla extract.
How should the pudding be served?
Scoop the warm pudding into bowls and generously drizzle the warm bourbon sauce over the top.
What is the texture of the bread pudding?
The texture is described as luxuriously soft, moist, and velvety.
Can I use fresh bread instead of stale?
The recipe specifies stale bread as it absorbs the custard better without falling apart.
Do I need to grease the dish?
Yes, the 7-inch dish should be greased to prevent sticking.
What role does the trivet play?
The trivet keeps the pudding dish elevated above the water in the Instant Pot.
How do I ensure the custard is well-distributed?
Pour the mixture evenly over the bread and press down firmly to compact it in the dish.
Is this recipe difficult to make?
No, the preparation is described as surprisingly simple and can be done with ease.
What category of food is this?
This is classified as a dessert.
Are there multiple types of sugar in the sauce?
The sauce specifically uses 2/3 cup of packed light brown sugar.
How do you prevent the bread from breaking?
Mix the custard and bread gently to avoid breaking the cubes.
Is this suitable for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as a perfect indulgence for any occasion or holiday.