Eggnog Bread Pudding Rum Sauce (Print View)

Sweet bread soaked with eggnog, baked until golden, finished with smooth rum sauce for cozy holiday delight.

# Components:

→ Bread Pudding

01 - 6 cups day-old brioche or challah, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 cups eggnog
03 - 4 large eggs
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk
06 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/2 cup golden raisins (optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Rum Sauce

11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
13 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
14 - 2 tablespoons dark rum
15 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - Pinch salt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Distribute cubed bread evenly in the prepared dish. Sprinkle golden raisins over the bread if using.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggnog, eggs, granulated sugar, whole milk, vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes. Gently press the bread down to help it absorb the liquid. Set aside for 10 minutes.
05 - Drizzle melted unsalted butter over the soaked bread surface.
06 - Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the custard is firm and the top is golden brown.
07 - While baking, melt granulated sugar and unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently. Add heavy cream, dark rum, vanilla extract, and salt. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
08 - Cut pudding into portions and serve warm. Generously drizzle with warm rum sauce before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses classic pantry ingredients and leftover bread so nothing goes to waste
  • Crowd pleasing dessert perfect for holiday tables
  • Easy steps that come together quickly on busy nights
  • The rich eggnog flavor with the special rum sauce feels extra indulgent
02 -
  • High in fiber thanks to hearty bread and golden raisins
  • Freezes beautifully for make ahead entertaining
  • Perfect balance of sweet and spice
03 -
  • Do not skip the soaking time or the bread will not be moist throughout
  • If your bread is very soft toast it lightly before using for better structure
  • Always taste the rum sauce before pouring to adjust sweetness or booziness with a splash more cream or rum

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