Aunt Nan's Cranberry Pudding Recipe

This family-favorite cranberry pudding recipe has been a Christmas tradition for generations! Easy to make ahead and freeze for later, this delightful treat features tender cranberry-studded muffins topped with a luscious warm butter sauce. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 338.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Aunt Nan's Cranberry Pudding

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How to Make Aunt Nan's Cranberry Pudding

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the evaporated milk and 1 cup of water until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the cranberries.
  7. Fill each muffin liner about ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the pudding is baking, prepare the butter sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine ½ cup (1 stick) butter, ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup evaporated milk, and ½ cup water.
  10. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 2 minutes.
  11. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  12. Serve the warm cranberry muffins immediately, drizzled generously with the warm butter sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

152g

Fat

42g

Carbs

17g