Bread Pudding with Dried Cranberries

Transform dessert into pure comfort with this irresistible Bread Pudding with Dried Cranberries. Crafted with cubes of day-old bread like French or brioche, this classic dessert is elevated by the addition of plump, tangy dried cranberries, which add bursts of sweetness to every bite. A rich custard made from whole milk, heavy cream, and a fragrant blend of vanilla and cinnamon soaks into the bread before it’s baked to golden perfection, creating a luscious, creamy interior with a satisfyingly crisp top layer. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive holiday gatherings, this recipe is simple to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time. Serve it warm, with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, to truly delight your table. Keywords: bread pudding recipe, dried cranberry dessert, easy bread pudding, holiday desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups Day-old bread (e.g., French or brioche)
• 1 cup Dried cranberries
• 2.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Light brown sugar
• 5 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing the dish)
• 0 Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with the unsalted butter.

Step 2

Cut the day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the bread cubes, ensuring even distribution.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

Step 5

Slowly pour the custard mixture over the bread and cranberries, pressing down lightly with the back of a spoon to ensure all the bread is soaked. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb.

Step 6

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let the bread pudding cool slightly before serving.

Step 8

If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1456.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2884.9

Total Fat 136.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 1274.6mg	0%
Sodium 724.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 352.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 333.6g
Protein 50.2g	0%

Vitamin D 477.5IU	0%
Calcium 961.0mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 1408.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.2%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 49.7%