Julianna's Junk It N Awlins Bread Pudding

Indulge in the decadence of *Julianna’s Junk It N’ Awlins Bread Pudding*, a New Orleans-inspired dessert brimming with comforting flavors and rich textures. This classic bread pudding transforms day-old French bread or brioche into a luscious, custard-soaked treat, kissed with aromatic vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Baked until golden and crowned with a drizzle of buttery dark rum sauce, this soulful dessert delivers an irresistible combination of softness and caramelized edges. Optional plump raisins add bursts of sweetness, and a final dusting of powdered sugar elevates the presentation. Perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make bread pudding channels authentic Southern charm in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups day-old bread (French bread, brioche, or any sturdy bread)
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons dark rum
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and spread it evenly in the greased baking dish.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure that the bread absorbs the liquid.

Step 5

If using raisins, scatter them evenly over the top and lightly press them into the bread mixture.

Step 6

Let the bread soak for 15 minutes to fully absorb the custard mixture.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 9

While the bread pudding bakes, prepare the buttered rum sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and whisk in the dark rum and powdered sugar. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 10

Once the bread pudding is out of the oven, allow it to cool for 10 minutes. Drizzle the buttered rum sauce generously over the warm bread pudding.

Step 11

Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Enjoy your Junk It N’ Awlins Bread Pudding!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3564.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8475.2

Total Fat 233.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 114.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 1195.8mg	0%
Sodium 10612.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1329.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.3g	0%
Total Sugars 467.7g
Protein 222.5g	0%

Vitamin D 482.1IU	0%
Calcium 3072.6mg	0%
Iron 75.0mg	0%
Potassium 4441.0mg	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: 25.3%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 64.0%