Finally!
A desert, right?
I know you all were thinking it. “When is this girl going to post a new dessert already?”
Well, guess what? It’s finally time. Originally I had planned to save the best for last, but since we are closing in on the end of March and Irish-American Heritage Month I thought maybe I shouldn’t save desert for last. Someone (like me) just might want to use up all that soda bread I’ve been promoting this month. Or, someone is in dire need of a yummy dessert to bring March to and end.
The main ingredient of this recipe is my Traditional Brown Irish Soda Bread. After many trials and errors this recipe is hands-down the family favorite. It has been rare we have leftovers but the last batch of boiled dinner I made was less because I already had plenty in the freezer. (I know, I know. Why do you make more when there is some in the freezer?? Well, I experiment when I see corned beef on sale.) So, since we didn’t have the normal leftover we did have leftover soda bread.
I had been wanting to make bread pudding for quite some time because kiddo never had it. When I told her it had Irish Cream in it she got a little weird, but I explained to her that she had been eating meals made of Guinness and they did not bother her. The alcohol cooks out. That made her happy because that meant she could have this desert. I was also on a mission. Husband has never had a bread pudding he liked, so I knew I had my work cut out for me. That’s when I knew I needed to make the bread pudding out of the soda bread and use Irish Cream instead of regular milk or cream. That began my path to irish bread pudding.
I found a handful of recipes. Not a big market for bread pudding make out of soda bread. Many of them had ingredients I did not have and did not want to take the trip to the store for. Of course I consulted my trusty Irish kitchen companion, the Irish Traditional Cookbook by Darnia Allen that has become my go-to guide for all things old-fashioned Irish cooking. I just love all the history and traditional lessons this cookbook has along with the recipes. It’s actually a cookbook I sit down and read! Best cookbook present my mom ever gave me (and she gives me a lot of cookbooks!)
Oh! And best thing ever! I finally was able to use these personal pie tins I had purchased on my last trip to Traverse City. They have been hanging around in my cupboard since last March. It was a sign. It’s also a sign I need to go back.
- ½ loaf of Brown Irish Soda Bread
- 1 shot glass full of Irish Cream
- 4 TBSP Pure Maple Syrup
- 1 TBSP Cinnamon
- 1 TBSP Vanilla
- 2 TBSP Butter
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 Eggs
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Melt the butter.
- Mix in the milk.
- Add the eggs and beat with a fork.
- Add cinnamon and Irish Cream.
- Mix with fork, again.
- Add vanilla and maple syrup. Set aside.
- Break the soda bread into smaller pieces and fill your mini tins or you can use a bread pan.
- Pour liquid over top of soda bread.
- Bake about 20 minutes.
Let’s talk bread pudding. Tell me all about yours whether its one you cook or one you enjoy eating.
Heather says
January 9, 2015 at 3:02 pmOh this sounds delicious. I love plain old Irish Soda bread so I bet this is awesome! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Michele says
January 9, 2015 at 3:31 pmI do love Irish Soda bread but usually buy it ready made and usually pick up some Irish butter–hey I only do this once a year so I splurge a little! I don’t think I have ever eaten bread pudding at all. It is time that I tried it. This recipe sounds really good!
Theresa says
February 27, 2015 at 10:02 pmI haven’t heard of Irish Butter before. Now I need to see if our stores have some. I love Irish foods!
Kathy Manelis says
October 8, 2016 at 2:32 pmThe brand is Kerrygold. It’s all we eat for daily use. It’s lovely.
Kathy Manelis says
October 8, 2016 at 2:36 pmI only gave one star accidentally. I meant to not give any stars since I haven’t made the recipe. I only wanted to reply to the comment on the Irish butter.
Chrystal says
October 8, 2016 at 5:46 pmNo worries! It happens.
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
January 9, 2015 at 4:06 pmYummy! First of all, I have never had Irish Soda Bread, so that’s a new one for me. Second of all, it seems like the perfect combo with the Irish cream!
chrystal says
January 9, 2015 at 4:26 pmWe make a lot of soda bread because it is so cheap and easy to make. I always have the ingredients on hand.
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
February 27, 2015 at 10:54 amCan it be made gluten-free? Do you happen to know?
chrystal says
March 2, 2015 at 6:23 pmYou can get gluten free bread or get a gluten free bread mix. Replace the Irish Soda Bread with that. I don’t know how to make Irish Soda Bread gluten free other than replaces the flours with a gluten free version. Not sure how it would bake up. But you can make this bread pudding recipe with any thick, dense bread.
Theresa says
January 9, 2015 at 9:50 pmI have never made my own, but I sure like to eat it! My mom makes a killer one with raisins!
chrystal says
January 14, 2015 at 6:07 pmWe’ve done raisins and we’ve done currants. Both are so good!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
February 26, 2015 at 5:57 pmI have never had anything like that, but it sounds really tasty! I would totally try this.
Diana Villa says
February 26, 2015 at 10:15 pmMy husband loves bread pudding! Your recipe looks so delicious 😀
Amanda Love says
February 27, 2015 at 2:43 amI haven’t had bread pudding in quite some time, actually it’s been about 2 months. This looks really good though and I would love to try this.
Pam says
February 27, 2015 at 2:57 amI have never had Irish Soda Bread. I can tell I am missing out and need to remedy that. My mom made some type of English pudding that was very similar to this. I will have to try this recipe .
Debbie L. says
February 27, 2015 at 10:35 amThis looks tasty – pinned to my St. Patty’s Board. Perfect to make on 3/17
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
February 27, 2015 at 10:40 amThis looks delicious! I’ve never made bread pudding, but I LOVE to eat it. I think I should make this!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
February 27, 2015 at 11:40 amI would definitely like eating it more than making it LOL.
Sarah Bailey says
February 27, 2015 at 1:34 pmOh yum what a delicious sounding pudding, I’m going to have to share it with my Mum she’s fantastic at making soda bread. x
April at My Captivating Life says
February 27, 2015 at 1:36 pmThat looks so yummy!
paula schuck says
February 27, 2015 at 2:32 pmWOW! This dessert looks spectacular. I have also never ever tried anything like that. I think I would love it though.
aimee fauci says
February 27, 2015 at 2:45 pmYou had me at Irish Cream. This sounds amazing. I think I’ve only had bread pudding once.
coolchillmom says
February 27, 2015 at 3:25 pmI had never heard of this dessert. since I am a sweet tooth I am going to be working on it
Pam says
February 27, 2015 at 3:56 pmI love bread pudding. Making it with soda bread is such a neat twist.
Jessica - Fused Life says
February 27, 2015 at 5:51 pmI’ve never had Irish soda bread before. Is it good plain, too?
celebbabylaundry says
February 27, 2015 at 7:09 pmI love bread pudding so much and this irish cream one sounds so yummy!
Lois Alter Mark says
February 27, 2015 at 7:32 pmWe love bread pudding and we love Irish soda bread so this is a perfect combination – especially with the Irish cream!
Theresa says
February 27, 2015 at 8:09 pmMy gosh, this looks amazing! It is definitely going on our St. Patrick’s Day menu this year!
Amber NElson says
February 27, 2015 at 8:25 pmThat looks like such a good treat. Would love to try that.
Debbie Denny says
February 27, 2015 at 9:41 pmI have not had Irish Soda bread in years This looks awesome.
Annie M says
February 28, 2015 at 12:17 amI love bread pudding. This sounds yummy & a different twist on it 🙂
Anne | The Chef's Wife @TheSatEvePot says
February 28, 2015 at 12:43 amI have never had this before but it sounds yummy! And I know my kids would love it … they’re big bread eaters and love sweet breads for sure.
CHRYSA says
February 28, 2015 at 1:45 amOh, yum! I think this means that I have to make soda bread this St. Patrick’s Day just so that I can make the bread pudding out of it too!
Maureen @ A Debt Free Stress Free Life says
February 28, 2015 at 6:21 amI love bread pudding and I love Irish soda bread. I think my elderly Irish mom would love it too.
Jeanine says
February 28, 2015 at 9:25 amAs always this looks incredible! Can’t day I’ve ever had anything like this before, but I’m always looking for new different desserts!
Rosey says
February 28, 2015 at 11:15 amIt’s cute that you put them in the pie tins! I think this looks tasty.
Beth@FrugalFroggie says
February 28, 2015 at 12:04 pmThat looks so yummy. And I am so hungry right now!!
Lisa Rios says
February 28, 2015 at 12:25 pmThis is absolutely so yummy & delicious. We love the Irish Soda bread so much & this recipe is a wonderful combination with Irish Cream & other ingredients. Would love to try this one.
Melissa Vera says
February 28, 2015 at 3:35 pmI have never tried soda bread. I didn’t even know it was a dessert.
Heather says
February 28, 2015 at 5:40 pmMy mother in law used to make Irish Soda Bread. Interesting to make it into a pudding.
Travel Blogger says
March 2, 2015 at 1:31 amI’ve never had bread pudding before but this looks good!
Marina @ Mommy Snippets says
March 4, 2015 at 8:24 amMmm, this looks amazing! I love bread pudding, and the irish soda twist sounds yummy!
Kiwi says
March 6, 2015 at 1:46 amI will be honest girl I never heard of the recipe in my life! You always make interesting and tasty food so I will inquire more about it!
chrystal says
March 6, 2015 at 9:16 amIt’s sooooooooooooo good Kiwi!