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Croissant Bread Pudding Recipe
A delicious and comforting dessert made with day-old croissants soaked in a rich custard, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Bread
- 6 pieces day-old croissants (torn or cut into pieces (about 8 cups))
- 4 eggs eggs (beaten)
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup butter (melted)
- 1 cup whole milk (room temperature)
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (pure)
- 0.25 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 Tablespoon butter (for greasing the pan)
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 cup raisins
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch pan with butter and arrange croissant pieces inside.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, then add sugars, melted butter, milk, cream, vanilla, and salt; mix well.
- Pour custard over croissants, pressing down to soak evenly. Sprinkle raisins on top.
- Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until set and golden. Cool for 30-60 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with toppings like whipped cream or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.