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: 6 cups brioche (approximately 2 large loaves or 4 mini-loaves), cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 cup dried cranberries; 1 1/2 cups dried pears, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 1/2 cups tawny port; 1 cup dried, pitted dates, coarsely chopped; 1 cup shelled walnuts, coarsely chopped; 4 cups milk; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 6 eggs, separated

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Place the brioche cubes on a baking sheet and bake, tossing from time to time, until toasted on all sides.
3
Set aside.
4
Meanwhile, place the cranberries, pears and port in a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
5
Simmer for 5 minutes, remove from heat and let stand for 15 minutes.
6
Drain.
7
In a large bowl toss together the brioche cubes, cranberries and pears, dates and walnuts.
8
In another bowl whisk together the milk, sugar, vanilla and egg yolks.
9
Pour over the bread mixture.
10
Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
11
Stir 1/3 of the whites into the bread mixture.
12
Fold in the remaining whites.
13
Pour the mixture into a 13- by 9- by 2-inch baking dish.
14
Bake until set, about 45 minutes.
15
Let cool slightly.
16
Cut into wedges and serve warm.

656

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 6 cups brioche (approximately 2 large loaves or 4 mini-loaves), cut into 1-inch cubes, 1 cup dried cranberries, 1 1/2 cups dried pears, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 1 1/2 cups tawny port, 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

My Personal Notes

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