White Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding Recipe

Name: White Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 eggs; 2 cups half-and-half; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon almond extract; 21 ounces canned cherry pie filling, drained; 10 ounces challah or 10 ounces other firm bread, cut into 1-inch cubes, 6 cups; 5 ounces dried cherries or 5 ounces dried sweetened cranberries, 1 cup; 1/2 cup white chocolate chips; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon sliced almonds; confectioners' sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

4 eggs
2 cups half-and-half
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
21 ounces canned cherry pie filling, drained
10 ounces challah or 10 ounces other firm bread, cut into 1-inch cubes, 6 cups
5 ounces dried cherries or 5 ounces dried sweetened cranberries, 1 cup
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sliced almonds
confectioners' sugar (optional)

1
Coat 6-cup baking dish with cooking spray.
2
In large bowl, whisk eggs with half and half, 1/2 cup sugar and almond extract until blended.
3
Stir in pie filling, bread, dried cherries (or cranberries) and chocolate chips.
4
Transfer to prepared 6-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar. Cover; refrigerate 30 minutes to 12 hours. If refrigerated more than 30 minutes, let stand at room temperature 20 minutes before baking.
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cover baking dish; bake 30 minutes.
6
Uncover; sprinkle with sliced almonds. Bake uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until set and golden.
7
Let stand 20 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

396

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 eggs, 2 cups half-and-half, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, and more.

Yes, White Chocolate Cherry 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.

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White Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding

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