Decadent Chocolate Bread Pudding with a Boozy Twist

This recipe for Chocolate Bread Pudding with Bourbon-Pecan Sauce will satisfy any sweet tooth with its rich and decadent flavors. The creamy chocolate custard-soaked bread is baked to perfection and topped with a luscious bourbon-infused pecan sauce. It's a dessert that is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more. The combination of chocolate, bourbon, and pecans creates a truly irresistible treat that is perfect for special occasions or for simply indulging in a deliciously comforting dessert.

Ingredients

• 8 cups day-old bread, cubed
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, cream, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until well mixed.
4. Add the cubed bread to the mixture and gently toss until all the bread is coated and soaked with the custard mixture. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the bread to fully absorb the liquid.
5. Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
6. Transfer the bread mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
7. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
9. While the bread pudding is baking, prepare the bourbon-pecan sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
10. Add the brown sugar, heavy cream, bourbon, and salt. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce is smooth.
11. Simmer the sauce for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
12. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
13. Serve the warm chocolate bread pudding drizzled with the bourbon-pecan sauce. You can also add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
14. Enjoy this deliciously indulgent dessert!

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