Irresistible Croissant Bread Pudding
Transform leftover croissants into a decadent dessert with this easy croissant bread pudding recipe. Flaky, buttery croissants soak up a rich custard mixture, creating a warm, comforting dish perfect for brunch or late-night cravings. With its golden-brown crust and creamy interior, this delightful treat will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 day-old croissants, torn into pieces
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 cup chocolate chips or dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with melted butter.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until frothy.
- Spread the torn croissant pieces in the baking dish. Pour the custard mixture evenly over them, using a spatula to ensure all pieces are submerged.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 140mg