CRANBERRY-APRICOT BREAD PUDDING

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I adjusted a favorite bread pudding recipe to make it a little healthier. Dried fruits add texture and sweetness to this heart-warming dessert.-Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1-1/4 cups whole milk
2 large egg whites
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
6 cups cubed day-old bread
8 tablespoons whipped topping
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine apricots and apple juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-8 minutes or until liquid is almost absorbed. Stir in cranberries; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the milk, egg whites, egg, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg and cardamom. Add bread cubes; toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. Stir in apricot mixture. , Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon whipped topping and 1-1/2 teaspoons chopped walnuts.

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xp7 Zikar
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I made this bread pudding for a potluck, and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover bread.


wasp it
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This bread pudding is delicious! I love the cranberry apricot flavor. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Awais Akram
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I made this bread pudding for my family last night, and they loved it! It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover bread. I highly recommend this recipe!


Gazi NISl
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This bread pudding is delicious! I love the cranberry apricot flavor. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


samir Nadaph
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This bread pudding is amazing! I love the combination of cranberries and apricots. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I will definitely be making this again.


Checkers Jarjar
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I made this bread pudding for a potluck, and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover bread.


Abdullah Zulfiqar
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This bread pudding is delicious! I love the cranberry apricot flavor. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Nawab Ali Nawab khan
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I made this bread pudding for my family last night, and they loved it! It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover bread. I highly recommend this recipe!


Tasha Baker
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This bread pudding is amazing! I love the combination of cranberries and apricots. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The bread pudding is so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Benabou Abdsamad
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I'm not usually a fan of bread pudding, but this recipe changed my mind! The cranberry apricot combination is so good, and the bread pudding is so moist and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


Malepe Charlotte
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I made this bread pudding for a brunch party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover bread. I highly recommend this recipe!


Kayston Hazin
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This cranberry apricot bread pudding is absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect, and the bread pudding is so moist and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet, and the cranberries and apricots add a nice tartness. I will definit