Creating the 5-Star Easy Croissant Bread Pudding is a breeze when you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

2. Prepare Croissants: Cut the croissants into bite-sized pieces and place them in the greased baking dish. If you’re using chocolate chips or fruit, sprinkle them evenly over the croissant pieces.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

4. Combine: Pour the egg mixture over the croissant pieces, ensuring they are evenly coated. Gently press down on the croissants with a spatula to help them absorb the custard.

5. Let It Soak: Allow the mixture to sit for about 10-15 minutes so the croissants can soak up the custard.

6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. This will help the pudding set a bit more.

8. Serve: Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

9. Enjoy: Slice into squares and serve warm as a delightful dessert or brunch treat.

These simple steps will guide you in creating this incredible bread pudding effortlessly.