From the Recipe Creator:
This delicious southern blueberry bread pudding boasts out-of-this-world flavor and eye appeal. You just may want to skip the main course and go straight to dessert. It’s a favorite for our summer celebrations. —Marilyn Haynes, Sylacauga, Alabama
Berry Desserts FAQ
What types of berries are best for baking desserts?
Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries are all sturdy berries ideal for baking because they hold their shape and deliver concentrated flavor when cooked. Blueberries don’t need to be chopped and bake dark and jammy in upside-down cake recipes. Raspberries and sliced strawberries add a juicy tang to desserts like buttery hand pies. Combine multiple berries into galettes and pies for layers of different flavors and varied textures.
Can I use frozen berries in dessert recipes?
You can make a wide range of recipes with frozen berries, like crisps, smoothie pops or bread puddings. In these desserts, the frozen fruit is baked or blended, so the fact that it is softer than fresh fruit doesn’t make a difference. Keep the berries frozen until ready to use to prevent the color from bleeding into batters. For desserts like pies and cobblers, toss frozen berries with a little more cornstarch or flour to absorb the extra moisture they release. For no-bake desserts, thaw and drain the berries before using.
What’s the easiest berry dessert to make for a crowd?
Berry crisps and cobblers cook in large baking dishes, making them some of the easiest berry desserts for a crowd. Similarly, slab pie recipes are made to be shared and can be filled with all kinds of berry combinations. For an oven-free option, try a frozen treat, like this strawberry lemonade freezer pie, which can be made days ahead and easily doubles for potlucks or summer cookouts.
