Cinnamon Cranberry Bread Pudding with Apples

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, stir together the eggs, milk, ¼ cup greek yogurt, applesauce,vanilla extract, cinnamon and nutmeg.

Step 2

Fold in the bread cubes, apples, dried cranberries and optionally chopped pecans, until thoroughly coated.

Step 3

Lightly spray a 9 x 12 inch oven safe baking dish with cooking spray. Transfer all the ingredients to the baking dish. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least one hour, until custard is thoroughly soaked in. [I like to leave it overnight.]

Step 4

When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the bread pudding for about 45-55 minutes. The pudding should be set when the bread begins to turn golden brown.

Step 5

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm or cold.

Step 6

Cut into 12 3"x3" pieces, Drizzle with maple syrup or a mixture of 3 tsp maple syrup and ¾ greek yogurt [sweet to your taste] just before serving.