Decadent Bailey's & Rum Bread Pudding: A Comforting Twist on a Classic Dessert
Prepare to indulge in a dessert that brings the best of both worlds—comfort and a little bit of festive fun! This Bailey's & Rum Bread Pudding is the ultimate treat for those who appreciate a good mix of decadence and warmth. The smooth richness of Bailey’s Irish Cream paired with the bold punch of Ray and Nephew Rum infuses every bite of this buttery bread pudding with layers of flavor. Imagine warm, custardy bread, soaked in sweet cream and spice, with raisins plumped in rum for that extra bit of indulgence. This isn’t just dessert—it’s a showstopper that will make your taste buds sing!
Ingredients:
10 slices of stale bread (preferably brioche or sweet bread)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream
1/4 cup Ray and Nephew Rum (or your favorite dark rum)
1/2 cup sugar
4 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
A pinch of salt
For the Glaze:
1/4 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream
2 tbsp Ray and Nephew Rum
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Tear the bread into small pieces and place them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
n a small bowl, soak the raisins in the Bailey’s Irish Cream and Ray and Nephew Rum for about 15 minutes to let them plump up.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until fully combined.
Drizzle the melted butter over the bread pieces, then evenly distribute the soaked raisins (including any leftover liquid). Pour the custard mixture over the bread, ensuring everything is soaked. Gently press down the bread to help it absorb the custard.
Bake the bread pudding for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
While the pudding bakes, whisk together the Bailey’s Irish Cream, Ray and Nephew Rum, and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the warm bread pudding just before serving.
Whether you're serving this at a family gathering or treating yourself to a quiet evening at home, this Bailey’s & Rum Bread Pudding is guaranteed to impress. The rich glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, blending the smooth creaminess of Bailey’s with the robust warmth of rum. It’s a dessert that’s both simple and luxurious, with every bite transporting you to a place of pure comfort and joy. So grab a spoon and dig in—you deserve this!