Food and Recipes Desserts Bourbon Sauce Be the first to rate & review! This sweet and boozy bourbon sauce was made to top bread pudding, but would be delicious served over ice cream or other desserts. By Leah Chase Leah Chase (1923–2019) Leah Chase, also known as the "Queen of Creole Cuisine" was a James Beard award-winning chef who spent seven decades creating countless meals in her establishment, Dooky Chase's Restaurant, one of the best-known and most culturally significant restaurants in the Treme-Lafitte neighborhood of New Orleans, Louisiana. The oldest of 14 children, Leah Lange Chase, was born and raised in Madisonville, Louisiana, and first began cooking in 1946. Over the years, Leah morphed from being a local-restaurant powerhouse into a national culinary legend. Presidents stopped by to eat, and she was even the inspiration for the character Tiana in Disney's The Princess and the Frog. And while Leah passed away in 2019, her restaurant continues her traditions today. Find it at dookychaserestaurants.com. Southern Living's editorial guidelines and Katie Rosenhouse Katie Rosenhouse Katie Rosenhouse is a pastry chef and food writer with over 15 years of experience in the culinary arts. She's worked as a pastry chef in some of the finest restaurants in New York City, as a culinary instructor, and as a recipe developer. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on March 7, 2025 Save Rate PRINT Share Close Photo: Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Hands On Time: 18 mins Total Time: 18 mins Yield: 1 1/2 cups Jump to recipe This sweet Bourbon sauce has an edge of boozy bite as the bourbon doesn't burn off completely during cooking. It pairs beautifully with our Creole bread pudding, but it would be equally delicious drizzled over angel food cake, pound cake, or grilled fruit. The 9 Best Bottles Of Bourbon, According To Southern Chefs And Bartenders Editor's Note: This recipe was contributed by Leah Chase; the recipe tips were written by Katie Rosenhouse. Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 3 Tbsp. butter 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 cup whipping cream 1/2 cup sugar 2 Tbsp. bourbon 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. ground nutmeg Directions Melt butter and add flour: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat; whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, 5 minutes. Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Add cream and sugar: Stir in cream and sugar; cook, whisking constantly, 3 minutes or until thickened. Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Add remaining ingredients: Stir in bourbon, vanilla, and nutmeg; cook, whisking constantly, 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Ingredients for Bourbon Sauce Just seven ingredients are needed to prepare this sauce, and you probably already have most of them on hand. To make bourbon sauce, you'll need: Butter: For richness and a smooth, velvety texture.All-purpose flour: Acts as a thickening agent.Whipping cream: Adds a luscious, creamy texture to balance the bold bourbon flavor.Sugar: Sweetens the sauce and helps give it body.Bourbon: The star ingredient, adding warmth, depth, and a hint of smokiness.Vanilla extract: Rounds out the flavors.Ground nutmeg: For a hint of warmth and spice. Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Kentucky's Bourbon Boat Might Be The Best Way To Experience The Bourbon Trail How To Store Bourbon Sauce To get ahead of your preparations, this sauce can even be made in advance. Make as directed, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop when ready to use. Is There A Difference Between Bourbon And Whiskey? Morgan Hunt Glaze; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Ways To Use Bourbon Sauce This bourbon sauce is rich and delicious, and can be used as a boozy complement to a variety of dishes. For a decadent, adults-only brunch, drizzle over pancakes or waffles, or use to soak or serve over French toast. You can also spoon leftovers over ice cream, dessert bars, apple pie, baked apples, fruit crisps, and more. Frequently Asked Questions Is there alcohol in bourbon sauce? The bourbon in this sauce is not cooked off, so there is alcohol present. Can I use a non-alcoholic substitute for bourbon? Yes, if preferred you can swap the bourbon for apple cider, caramel syrup, or an extra splash of vanilla extract for a similar depth. Does bourbon sauce have a strong bourbon flavor? The flavor of this sauce is pleasantly subtle and rich, but you can increase or decrease the amount of bourbon as desired. Note that this may alter the texture of the sauce slightly. Rate It Print