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Instant Pot Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce Recipe

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This Instant Pot Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce is a comforting, classic dessert made moist and tender using a pressure cooker for perfect texture. Featuring toasted bread cubes soaked in a rich vanilla-cinnamon custard, studded with raisins and pecans, and served with a luscious bourbon-infused caramel sauce, this recipe combines convenience with indulgence. The steam cooking method ensures a custardy interior without drying out, delivering an elegant yet easy-to-make treat perfect for special occasions or cozy nights in.

  • Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Bread Pudding:

  • 12 ounces bread, cubed (about 8 to 10 cups)
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 dash salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Bourbon Sauce:

  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon, whiskey, or apple juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Assemble all ingredients needed for the bread pudding and bourbon sauce before starting.
  2. Toast the Bread: If using fresh bread, spread cubed bread on a large rimmed baking sheet and lightly toast in a preheated 325°F oven for 10 to 12 minutes until dry. Skip this if the bread is already dry or stale.
  3. Prepare Baking Pan: Generously butter a 7 x 3-inch round baking pan or 2-quart soufflé dish. Optionally, line the bottom with greased parchment paper for easier removal and presentation.
  4. Combine Bread with Add-ins: Transfer toasted bread cubes to a large bowl. Add raisins and chopped pecans, tossing gently to combine.
  5. Mix Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together half-and-half, sugar, eggs, egg yolk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and melted butter until smooth and well blended.
  6. Combine Custard and Bread: Pour the custard over the bread mixture and stir gently to coat all the bread cubes thoroughly. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking pan.
  7. Prepare Instant Pot: Pour 1 1/2 cups of water into the 6-quart Instant Pot. Butter a 10- or 12-inch sheet of foil and cover the bread pudding pan tightly with the foil, buttered side down.
  8. Set Up for Pressure Cooking: Place the bread pudding pan on a baking sling or steaming rack. Carefully lower it into the Instant Pot on top of the water.
  9. Pressure Cook: Lock the lid and seal the steam vent. Set the cooker to manual/high pressure for 42 minutes. When done, allow a natural pressure release for 12 minutes before carefully releasing any remaining pressure and removing the lid.
  10. Rest the Pudding: Remove the pan from the Instant Pot and let it stand for about 5 minutes. Then remove the foil while the pudding cools slightly.
  11. Prepare Bourbon Sauce: (Directions not provided in original text, but typically) In a saucepan, melt sugar until it caramelizes, then add unsalted butter slowly while stirring. Remove from heat, gradually whisk in heavy cream until smooth, then stir in bourbon and vanilla extract. Serve warm over the bread pudding.

Notes

  • If fresh bread is very moist, toasting is necessary to dry it out; stale bread can be used without toasting.
  • Using parchment paper under the bread pudding makes for easier removal and nicer presentation.
  • The bourbon sauce can be substituted with whiskey or apple juice for different flavor variations.
  • Letting the bread pudding rest after cooking helps it to set for better slices.
  • Ensure the foil is well-buttered to prevent sticking during pressure cooking.
  • Natural pressure release helps finish the custard cooking gently, preventing curdling.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 42 minutes (pressure cook) + 12 minutes natural release + 5 minutes resting
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

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