Cajun Bread Pudding with Whiskey Vanilla Sauce

Indulge in the rich, Southern-inspired flavors of this Cajun Bread Pudding with Whiskey Vanilla Sauce—a decadent dessert that marries the comforting texture of custard-soaked French bread with a hint of zesty Cajun spice. This perfectly spiced bread pudding is baked to golden perfection, then topped with a silky whiskey vanilla sauce for an irresistible touch of warmth and sweetness. Enhanced with warming cinnamon, optional raisins, and a touch of whiskey, this dessert balances traditional comfort food with bold Cajun flair. Serve it warm, garnished with powdered sugar, for a show-stopping finale to any meal. Perfect for festive gatherings or a cozy night in, this easy-to-make treat is bound to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups (cubed) French bread
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 4 count Large eggs
• 4 tablespoons (melted) Unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 0.25 cup Whiskey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish)
• 0.25 cup Whiskey Vanilla Sauce - Whiskey
• 0.5 cup Whiskey Vanilla Sauce - Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Whiskey Vanilla Sauce - Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Whiskey Vanilla Sauce - Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Whiskey Vanilla Sauce - Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed French bread and raisins (if using). Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, Cajun seasoning, cinnamon, whiskey, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the liquid mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Let it sit for about 10 minutes so the bread can absorb the custard.

Step 5

Transfer the bread mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. A toothpick inserted in the middle should come out clean.

Step 7

While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the whiskey vanilla sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the heavy cream, whiskey, butter, and granulated sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 8

Once the bread pudding is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 10 minutes.

Step 9

Drizzle the warm whiskey vanilla sauce over the bread pudding just before serving. Garnish with a light dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2472.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5962.5

Total Fat 237.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 1351.5mg	0%
Sodium 5592.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 773.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 461.7g
Protein 117.9g	0%

Vitamin D 522.8IU	0%
Calcium 1554.2mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 2981.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.5%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 54.2%