Cranberry Pear Bread Pudding Recipe

Name: Cranberry Pear Bread Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/4 cup pear eau de vie such as Poire William or pear nectar; 3 medium ripe firm Bosc or d'anjou pears (about 1 pound); 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter; 1 cup granulated sugar, divided; 6 large eggs; 4 cups half and half; 1 tsp. vanilla; 6 slices challah or brioche bread or 10 to 12 slices French baguette, about 1/2 inch thick; Confectioners' sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Place the cranberries in a small bowl and pour the eau de vie over them.
2
Peel, core and slice pears into six pieces each.
3
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and, when it ceases foaming, add 1/4 cup sugar and the pears along with the eau de vie and cranberries.
4
Cook, stirring gently until the sugar melts and the mixture is warm.
5
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
6
Whisk eggs, then whisk in the remaining sugar, half and half and vanilla.
7
Lightly butter a baking dish and line it with bread, overlapping the slices slightly.
8
Distribute the pear mixture over the bread, the pour the custard over.
9
Let the pudding rest for about 15 minutes, then set the dish in a water bath.
10
Bake the pudding for about 45 minutes, until it is set but not dry.
11
Serve warm or at room temperature, dusted with confectioners' sugar.

774

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup dried cranberries, 1/4 cup pear eau de vie such as Poire William or pear nectar, 3 medium ripe firm Bosc or d'anjou pears (about 1 pound), 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Pear Bread Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cranberry Pear Bread Pudding

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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