Description
This rich and flaky croissant bread pudding is the perfect indulgence for brunch or dessert. Soft, buttery croissants soak up a sweet, cinnamon-spiced custard, baked to golden perfection. Top it with a warm vanilla sauce for an irresistible treat!
Ingredients
- Croissants (6-8, preferably day-old), cut into 1-inch pieces (about 8 cups)
- Butter (1 tablespoon, to grease the pan)
- Eggs (6 large, room temperature)
- Whole or 2% milk (1 cup)
- Heavy whipping cream (1 cup)
- Granulated sugar (1/4 cup)
- Pure vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
- Ground cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
For the Vanilla Sauce (Optional):
- Use a classic crème anglaise or any preferred vanilla sauce
Instructions
- Prep the Pan and Croissants
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) or 160°C for a fan oven.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Cut croissants into bite-sized pieces and place them in the dish.
- Make the Custard
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Soak the Croissants
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Let them sit for about 20 minutes at room temperature to absorb the liquid.
- Bake to Perfection
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Let the pudding cool slightly before serving.
- Drizzle with warm vanilla sauce and garnish with fresh berries or powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the pudding the night before, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Bake fresh the next morning.
- Variations: Add chocolate chips, raisins, or nuts for an extra layer of flavor.
- Dairy-Free Option: Swap milk and cream for coconut milk and use a dairy-free butter substitute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired