Best 8 Quick Cranberry Bread Pudding Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our curated collection of cranberry bread pudding recipes. These delectable treats combine the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the comforting warmth of bread, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic bread pudding elevated with a vibrant cranberry twist to creative variations featuring unique ingredients and flavors, this article offers a diverse selection of recipes to satisfy every palate. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, our step-by-step instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards creating perfect cranberry bread puddings that will impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking adventure with our enticing cranberry bread pudding recipes.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING



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Aromatic, flavorful bread pudding.

Provided by Mike Smith

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups milk
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
¾ cup white sugar
5 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped away
1 ½ French baguettes, cut into 2-inch slices
½ cup golden raisins
1 cup cranberries
2 teaspoons butter

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

PEAR-WALNUT-CRANBERRY QUICK BREAD WITH VANILLA BEAN GLAZE



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Glaze this loaf full of cranberry, pear and walnut with an icing made with real vanilla bean.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h45m

Yield 1 regular loaf or 3 mini loaves

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, plus more, for the pan
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
3/4 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts
1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon grated lemon or orange zest, optional
1 cup shredded pears, excess moisture squeezed out
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons milk
1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped out

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly brush one 9-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan or three 6-by-3-by-2-inch mini loaf pans with melted butter and set aside.
  • Combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Add the cranberries and walnuts and toss together. Set aside.
  • Whisk together the melted butter, yogurt, vanilla extract, eggs and grated zest if using in a small bowl. Stir in the shredded pears. Fold this mixture into the flour mixture until just incorporated.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan(s). Tap the bottom on a hard surface a few times and smooth the top. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 55 to 60 minutes for the regular and 35 to 40 minutes for the minis. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for 30 minutes, then turn the bread out and let cool completely on the rack.
  • Whisk together the confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla bean seeds in a small bowl.
  • Pour the glaze over the bread and allow to set at room temperature, 15 to 20 minutes. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

CLASSIC CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING



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Bread pudding is a favorite of mine and adding cranberries adds great flavor to this dessert. I think next time I may try adding some pecans in this recipe. Yum-my!

Provided by Dorene Fishkin

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 c whole cranberry sauce
6 c bread,diced
3 eggs
2 c milk
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c raisins
1 tsp cinnamon

Steps:

  • 1. Combine cranberry sauce, bread and raisin in a bowl. Add the well beaten eggs,sugar, milk and cinnamon. Mix gently.
  • 2. Pour into a well greased 2 quart casserole. Bake at 350' for about 45 minutes ( until puffed and firm ) Serve warm with cream or whip cream. Enjoy !

CRANBERRY PUDDING



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This recipe was given to me years ago by my Aunt Lena, who lived on Cape Cod where cranberries are grown. The combination of warm tart cranberries and a smooth sweet brown sugar sauce is the perfect ending to any holiday meal!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
BROWN SUGAR SAUCE:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir in cranberries. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 40 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, for sauce, combine sugar, flour and salt in a saucepan. Add water and stir until smooth. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir 3 minutes more. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Cool slightly; serve over warm pudding. Refrigerate leftover sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SPICED CRANBERRY BREAD PUDDING



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I feel this is the best bread pudding. Very moist. Family and friends just love it and are always asking for the recipe. One piece is never enough, so cut it big! Enjoy. Topped with a drizzle of caramel-flavored sauce on warm bread pudding. Yum.

Provided by Treasures of Food

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Bread Pudding Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
10 slices sourdough bread, cubed
1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, divided
¾ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
4 large eggs
2 cups unsweetened almond milk (such as Blue Diamond® Almond Breeze®)
¾ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Toss bread pieces with 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice in a bowl. Add dried cranberries; toss well. Pour into the prepared pan. Drizzle with melted butter.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl until thoroughly mixed. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, almond milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Beat until thoroughly mixed. Pour over the bread pieces. Let soak, pressing bread lightly with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top springs back when lightly touched, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.4 g, Cholesterol 104.4 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 309 mg, Sugar 29 g

SIMPLE BREAD PUDDING



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This recipe is proof-positive that leftover bread can easily be converted to dessert without much work. There's room for customization here: consider adding fresh or dried fruit or a combination of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cardamom. It makes a great brunch dish, served with fresh fruit compote. Or add a handful of chocolate chips before baking for a decidedly more decadent outcome.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, editors' pick, dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups milk
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, more for greasing pan
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup sugar
Pinch salt
1/2 loaf sweet egg bread like challah or brioche, cut into 2-inch cubes (about 5 to 6 cups)
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a small saucepan over low heat, warm milk, butter, vanilla, sugar and salt. Continue cooking just until butter melts; cool. Meanwhile, butter a 4-to-6-cup baking dish and fill it with cubed bread.
  • Add eggs to cooled milk mixture and whisk; pour mixture over bread. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until custard is set but still a little wobbly and edges of bread have browned. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 198, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 192 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRANBERRY BREAD



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Studded with cranberries, this quick bread is adaptable: Try it at breakfast or as an afternoon snack.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled), plus more for pan
1 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup whole milk
1 bag (12 ounces) cranberries
1 tablespoon turbinado sugar, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees; butter and flour a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan (8-cup capacity), and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In a medium bowl, combine butter, egg, and milk. Add wet mixture to dry mixture, and whisk to combine; fold in cranberries.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan; sprinkle top with turbinado sugar, if desired. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center of loaf comes out clean, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack; let bread cool 30 minutes. Invert onto rack, then immediately turn right side up to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g

BAKED CRANBERRY PUDDING



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This is an old-fashioned pudding that's a cranberry lover's delight. Serve warm topped with whipped cream for an elegant look, or in bowls with rich cream poured over for a homey touch. -Lucy Meyring, Walden, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 large eggs, separated
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar, divided
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups coarsely chopped cranberries
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
2-1/2 cups whole cranberries
Optional: Orange zest strips and whipped cream

Steps:

  • Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°., In a large bowl, beat brown sugar, cream, melted butter, vanilla and egg yolks until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, orange zest, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar and salt. Add chopped cranberries; toss to coat. Gradually add to sugar mixture, mixing well. (Batter will be stiff.), Add remaining cream of tartar to egg whites; with clean beaters, beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Fold into batter. Transfer to a greased 9-in. springform pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 45-50 minutes., Meanwhile, for topping, combine sugar and orange juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently; cook until sugar is dissolved, 2-3 minutes. Add cranberries; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until berries pop, stirring occasionally, 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and keep warm., When pudding tests done, place springform pan in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Spoon cranberry mixture over top. Bake 10 minutes longer. , Cool pudding on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove rim from pan. Cool at least 1 hour before serving., If made ahead, pudding can be warmed in a 350° oven for 10 minutes. If desired, top with orange zest and serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 143mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have a loaf pan, you can use a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  • Be sure to grease the pan well before adding the bread pudding batter.
  • Bake the bread pudding until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread pudding cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
  • Serve the bread pudding with whipped cream, ice cream, or your favorite sauce.

Conclusion:

Cranberry bread pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover bread and cranberries, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you like it simple or with lots of bells and whistles, cranberry bread pudding is sure to please everyone at your table.

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