Best 5 Cranberry Eggnog Bread Pudding Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Cranberry Eggnog Bread Pudding, a holiday classic with a refreshing twist. This exquisite dessert combines the tartness of cranberries, the creaminess of eggnog, and the comforting warmth of bread pudding. As you take a bite, the moist and tender bread soaks up the rich eggnog custard, while the tangy cranberries add a burst of vibrant flavor. The dish is topped with a sprinkle of nutmeg and brown sugar, creating a crispy and caramelized layer that adds an extra layer of texture and sweetness. From the Cranberry Eggnog Bread Pudding to the Classic Bread Pudding and the Chocolate Bread Pudding, this article offers a range of bread pudding recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the perfect bread pudding recipe to tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EGGNOG BREAD PUDDING WITH CRANBERRIES



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My parents love this bread pudding loaded with cranberries and pecans - and it uses up leftover dinner rolls. For eggnog lovers, it makes a divine dessert. -Emily Hobbs, Springfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large eggs
2 cups eggnog
6 cups cubed soft dinner rolls
3/4 cup finely chopped glazed pecans
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and eggnog until blended. Stir in cubed rolls, pecans and cranberries; let stand about 15 minutes or until bread is softened., Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake 35-40 minutes or until puffed, golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CRANBERRY EGGNOG BREAD PUDDING



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Yummy! What a twist on a classic bread pudding recipe. It's creamy and the mix of flavors is perfect. You taste the eggnog and the bites and get an occasional burst of cranberry. It's quite decadent and will be the perfect ending to your holiday meal.

Provided by Christina Vasquez

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 c 2% or whole milk
2 c eggnog
1/2-2/3 c sugar, keep in mind the eggnog is full of sugar
7 eggs
2-3 tsp cinnamon, keep in mind the eggnog is full of spice
1 dash(es) nutmeg, optional
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
8 c 1 lb. loaf of French bread
2/3 c dried cranberries
3 Tbsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter the bottom and sides of a 13 x 9 casserole/baking pan. Set aside.
  • 2. Tear by hand or chop the French bread into 2 inch cubes. Evenly layer cubed bread on the bottom of the buttered pan.
  • 3. In a saucepan, over medium heat, warm milk, eggnog and butter along with cranberries. Set aside.
  • 4. In a large bowl mix sugar and cinnamon together. Add eggs, vanilla and stir.
  • 5. Slowly, while stirring, add the lukewarm milk mixture to the egg mixture. Set aside.
  • 6. Pour batter on top of bread. If using cranberries, you may spread them out at this time. Bake 45-50 min. The top should be golden. Enjoy!

CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING



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This down-home dessert takes on a touch of elegance when I serve it warm and drizzled with a thin orange custard sauce. It's so pretty that I often make it for dinner guests using either fresh or frozen cranberries. -Margery Richmond, Fort Collins, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

16 slices bread, crusts removed, cubed
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup butter, melted
6 large eggs
4 cups whole milk
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
ORANGE CUSTARD SAUCE:
3 large egg yolks
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 orange zest strip (1/4 inch)
1/2 teaspoon orange extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes, cranberries and orange zest. Repeat layers. Drizzle with butter. , In a large bowl, beat the eggs, milk, 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla until blended; pour over bread mixture. Let stand for 15-30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. , Bake, uncovered, for 65-75 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean., For sauce, in a small heavy saucepan, whisk egg yolks and sugar. Stir in cream and orange zest strip. Cook over low heat about 15-20 minutes or until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly but gently. Do not allow to boil. Immediately transfer to a bowl., Place bowl in an ice-water bath for a few minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in extract. Discard orange zest. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve with bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 208mg cholesterol, Sodium 299mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

BEST EVER BREAD PUDDING



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The secret to incredible bread pudding with a soft middle and crisp edges starts with leftover dinner rolls. I picked up the rich brown sugar sauce recipe from my friend Kathryn Gartmann. A big drizzle of it takes this dessert over the top and really makes it the best bread pudding ever. -Maria Petrella, Taste of Home Prep Cook

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
2-1/4 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
20 dinner rolls (1-1/4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes (18 cups)
3 tablespoons brown sugar
SAUCE:
1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup half-and-half cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together the first 10 ingredients until blended. Gently stir in bread. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. or 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with brown sugar; let stand until bread is softened, about 15 minutes. Bake until puffed and a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes., Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar; stir until dissolved. Gradually stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thickened, 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add vanilla, sea salt and baking soda, stirring well. Serve sauce with warm bread pudding.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

EGGNOG-PANETTONE BREAD PUDDING



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 loaf panettone, available in Italian specialty stores, cut in half (enough for about 5 cups, diced)
3 whole eggs
3 egg yolks
3/4 cups sugar
2 cups half-and-half
1/4 cup rum
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Vegetable cooking spray
Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees F.
  • Place a tea-kettle of water on to boil for a water bath. With a serrated knife, remove the side crusts from the half piece of the panettone. Cut into 3/4 to 1-inch dice. You should have 5 cups. Reserve the cubed panettone in a large mixing bowl.
  • For the eggnog custard, in another bowl thoroughly whisk together the eggs, yolks, sugar, half and half, rum, vanilla extract, and a healthy grating of fresh nutmeg. Pour this over the bread cubes.
  • Spray a 12 hole muffin tin with vegetable cooking spray. Ladle the bread/eggnog mixture gently and evenly into the muffin tins. The big cubes sticking up look nice. Place the filled muffin tin in a tall sided cookie sheet or roasting pan. Transfer to the preheated oven and carefully pour the hot water from kettle onto sheet pan, creating a water bath for the muffin tin to sit in.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes until the tops are nicely browned, and a toothpick comes clean from the center.
  • Bread pudding may be served warm or cold. Vanilla Ice cream or whipped cream would be great accompaniments.
  • Alternately place the muffin tin in a roasting pan on the stove. Pour in up to 1-inch of boiling water. Cover and cook over medium-high heat for 15 to 20 minutes. The puddings will puff and a toothpick will come out clean from the center. The tops won't brown with this method. Perhaps a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar at serving time would be nice.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries have a brighter flavor than frozen cranberries, and they will also hold their shape better in the bread pudding.
  • Don't overcook the bread pudding. The bread pudding is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If you overcook the bread pudding, it will be dry and crumbly.
  • Serve the bread pudding warm. Cranberry eggnog bread pudding is best served warm, with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Make sure you use a sturdy bread for this recipe. A light and fluffy bread will not hold up well in the bread pudding and will become soggy.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to the bread pudding batter. You can also add dried fruits like raisins, currants, or cherries.

Conclusion:

Cranberry eggnog bread pudding is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you serve it warm or cold, with whipped cream or ice cream, cranberry eggnog bread pudding is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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