Ingredients:

  • 6 glazed donuts (Krispy Kreme or similar), cut into 1-inch cubes (approx. 450g)
  • 4 large eggs (200g)
  • 2 cups heavy cream (475ml)
  • 1 cup whole milk (235ml)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (1g)
  • Pinch of salt (1g)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (30g)
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (115g)
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (100g)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (60ml)
  • 2 tablespoons whiskey (Bourbon or Scotch) (30ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (2.5ml)
  • Pinch of salt (1g)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
  2. Spread the cubed donuts evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  4. Slowly pour the custard mixture evenly over the donuts, ensuring all the donuts are moistened. Gently press down on the donuts to submerge them slightly.
  5. Let the bread pudding sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the donuts to absorb the custard.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted into the center should come out mostly clean.
  7. While the bread pudding is baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, heavy cream, whiskey, vanilla extract, and salt. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze thickens slightly.
  8. Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Then, drizzle the whiskey glaze evenly over the top.
  9. Serve warm, and watch Dad's face light up!