Indulge in the delightful Cranberry Maple Bread Pudding, a harmonious blend of classic bread pudding and the vibrant flavors of cranberries and maple. This delectable dish is a perfect marriage of sweet and tangy, offering a nostalgic comfort food experience with a modern twist. The combination of soft, tender bread cubes, juicy cranberries, and a luscious maple custard creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're seeking a cozy breakfast, a sweet treat for brunch, or an impressive dessert, this Cranberry Maple Bread Pudding is sure to satisfy your cravings.
In this culinary journey, you'll embark on a step-by-step guide to create this delectable dish. From preparing the bread cubes and flavorful cranberry mixture to crafting the rich maple custard, each step is meticulously explained to ensure your bread pudding turns out perfect. Additionally, discover variations of this classic recipe, including a gluten-free version that caters to various dietary needs, and a boozy bread pudding infused with the warmth of bourbon, adding an extra layer of sophistication to this delightful dessert.
CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING
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
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.
CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING WITH HONEY WHISKEY MAPLE SAUCE
Steps:
- Make sure you cut up your bread into ½-inch cubes and lay them out to get stale ahead of time.
- In a small sauce pot, over medium heat, combine cranberries brown sugar and lemon juice. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until berries are soft and have given out juice. (5-7 minutes.)
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk eggs, Silk, butter, vanilla extract, allspice and sugar together until smooth.
- Carefully stir in cranberry mixture.
- Lightly grease a 2-quart, wide pan (or like a 9×9 baking pan) and spread bread evenly. Pour egg mixture over the bread, making sure berries are spread as evenly as you can. Press lightly and put in the oven.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes at 400 degrees. You can check for doneness by touching in the center, if it feels dense and firm, the eggs are cooked.
- Sauce: Preheat a small sauce pot over medium heat and add whiskey. Simmer for a few minutes to let alcohol cook out. Add maple syrup and cinnamon. Stir well and cook for a couple more minutes.
- Pour sauce over bread pudding.
CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING
Feel free to serve this delicious bread pudding with a sauce of your choice -- I prefer a vanilla custard sauce and I omit the dark rum (just my preference). You may also subsititute for the sugar as well. Make it your own and enjoy. : )
Provided by Daily Inspiration S
Categories Other Desserts
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Combine bread, cranberries and pecans in a large bowl; toss gently. Combine milk and half and half; pour over bread mixture. Cover and chill 1 hour.
- 2. Combine eggs, sugars, rum and vanilla; stir well. Add egg mixture to chilled bread, stirring gently to combine.
- 3. Pour into a greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees F. for 1 hour or until set and lightly browned. Let cool in pan 5 minutes. Cut into squares; serve warm with maple syrup or sauce of your choice.
MAPLE BREAD PUDDING
Simple to put together, this comforting dessert has a pleasant maple flavor and aroma. My mouth is watering as I write.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, syrup and butter; stir in bread cubes., Transfer to a well-greased 1-qt. pudding mold or ovenproof bowl; cover tightly. Place on a rack in a deep kettle; add 3 in. of hot water to pan. Bring to a gentle boil; cover and steam for 1 hour or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, adding water to pan as needed., Let stand for 5 minutes before unmolding onto a serving plate; serve warm with whipped cream. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 147mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
APPLE CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING
Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.
Categories dessert
Time 50m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 11 by 13-inch baking dish with room temperature butter.
- Place cubed brioche in the baking dish. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine diced apples with lemon juice, brown sugar and cranberries. Pour over bread.
- In a large bowl, whisk together half-and-half, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. Pour custard over bread. Allow to saturate for a few minutes.
- Bake for 40 minutes until pudding sets. Serve with whipped cream.
- Place a medium bowl in the freezer for 1 hour before whipping cream.
- Add heavy cream to chilled bowl and whip with a hand mixer. Add liqueur and powdered sugar and combine well.
CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING
Recipe is taken from the America's Best Recipes cookbook/More Than a Tea Party - Junior League of Boston. I love cranberries -- can't get enough of them and they are so good for you.
Provided by DailyInspiration
Categories Dessert
Time 2m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine bread, cranberries, and pecans in a large bowl; toss gently. Combine milk and half and half; pour over bread mixture. Cover and chill 1 hour.
- Combine eggs, sugars, rum and vanilla; stir well. Add egg mixture to chilled bread, stirring gently to combine. Pour into a greased 13x9x2 inch baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees for 1 hour or until set and lightly browned. Let cool in pan 5 minutes. Cut into squares; serve warm with maple syrup or sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.4, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 80.5, Sodium 334.3, Carbohydrate 67.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 33.8, Protein 12
APPLE CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING
This would go nicely with a Thanksgiving dinner. Top this bread pudding with its Lemon Sauce recipe #74942.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place bread and 2 cups sugar in mixing bowl.
- Pour milk over and mix well.
- Allow bread to soak up milk for about an hour.
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar and cranberries.
- Cover with water and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Set aside to cool.
- Whisk together eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, rum and melted butter.
- Pour over bread cubes.
- Stir in apples, drained of their cooking liquid and the walnuts and cranberries.
- Pour entire mixture into baking dish and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until pudding is puffed and golden.
- Cool slightly, cut into squares and serve with lemon sauce recipe#74942.
CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING
Aromatic, flavorful bread pudding.
Provided by Mike Smith
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Bread Pudding Recipes
Time 1h55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Whisk milk, cream, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla bean together in a bowl; fold in baguette slices, raisins, and cranberries. Set aside to soak for 40 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 12-inch deep-dish pie dish.
- Transfer bread mixture to prepared pie dish; remove and discard vanilla bean. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake until until pudding is set and lightly browned, about 15 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.3 calories, Carbohydrate 71.6 g, Cholesterol 187.4 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 881.3 mg, Sugar 32.8 g
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen cranberries: Fresh cranberries will give you the best flavor, but frozen cranberries will work just as well. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before using.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bread pudding tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the bread pudding in a water bath: This will help prevent the bread pudding from drying out.
- Let the bread pudding cool before serving: This will allow the flavors to develop and the bread pudding to set.
- Serve the bread pudding with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream: This will make the bread pudding even more delicious.
Conclusion:
Cranberry maple bread pudding is a classic holiday dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its sweet and tart flavors, this bread pudding is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive dessert, give cranberry maple bread pudding a try. You won't be disappointed!
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