Description
Cranberry Orange Bread Pudding is a warm, comforting dessert that perfectly balances tangy cranberries and zesty orange flavors. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this delightful dish transforms leftover bread into a rich, custardy treat that will leave everyone craving more. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, it’s sure to be a hit at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups stale challah or brioche, cubed
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- Zest of 1 orange
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or 1 cup heavy cream)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the cubed stale bread in a large mixing bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, orange zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes and gently fold in the cranberries. Allow to soak for 10-15 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before serving with whipped cream or ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg