Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding
Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding is a delightful dessert that perfectly blends the sweet-tart flavors of cranberries and oranges with a custard-soaked bread base. This comforting treat is easy to prepare and ideal for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy weeknights. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale bread, torn into pieces
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 4 oranges)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk or cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, combine the torn bread pieces.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, orange juice, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and orange zest until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread and gently fold until well-coated. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Fold in cranberries and transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Swap cranberries for raisins or add nuts for extra texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat slices in the microwave.