Irresistible Christmas Cranberry Bread Pudding with Vanilla Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the holidays with this Irresistible Christmas Cranberry Bread Pudding. Moist, custardy bread mingles with tart cranberries and is drizzled with a luscious vanilla sauce, creating a delightful dessert that’s perfect for festive gatherings. This dish not only elevates your holiday table but also wraps everyone in a warm embrace of nostalgia and joy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale bread (cubed, preferably brioche or challah)
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk for a dairy-free option)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for sauce)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for sauce)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine cubed stale bread and fresh cranberries; toss gently.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Pour over the bread mixture and let sit for 15 minutes.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the greased dish and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth; simmer for about five minutes.
- Allow pudding to cool slightly before serving; drizzle warm vanilla sauce over each portion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg