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Cranberry Bread Pudding Recipe – A Warm, Creamy, and Delicious Homemade Dessert

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A warm, comforting cranberry bread pudding featuring tender cubes of bread baked in a rich vanilla custard with tart cranberries. This festive dessert is delicious served warm with vanilla sauce or whipped cream.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups cubed day-old bread
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Butter for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch square baking dish with butter.
  2. Place the cubed bread and cranberries in the prepared baking dish, distributing the cranberries evenly throughout.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until thoroughly combined.
  4. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and cranberries. Gently press the bread into the liquid to help it absorb the custard.
  5. Allow the mixture to rest for 10 to 15 minutes so the bread can soak up the liquid.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow the pudding to cool slightly before serving.
  8. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla sauce, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Notes

  • This is an estimated cranberry bread pudding recipe inspired by the linked dish, not a verified transcription of the Allrecipes recipe.
  • Day-old French bread, brioche, or challah works well because it absorbs the custard without becoming overly mushy.
  • Fresh or frozen cranberries can be used. Frozen cranberries do not need to be thawed before baking.
  • For extra citrus flavor, add 1 teaspoon of freshly grated orange zest to the custard.
  • Adjust the sugar slightly depending on the tartness of the cranberries and your preferred sweetness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm them in a covered baking dish in the oven.
  • Nutrition information is estimated per serving and will vary depending on the bread and ingredients used.

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