Creating Croissant Bread Pudding with Caramel is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Prepare the Croissants: Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and place them in the prepared baking dish.
3. Make the Custard Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the torn croissants, ensuring all pieces are soaked. Gently press down the croissants to help them absorb the liquid.
5. Let It Soak: Allow the croissant mixture to sit for about 15-20 minutes, giving the bread ample time to soak up the custard.
6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 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 10-15 minutes. This allows the pudding to set slightly before serving.
8. Add Caramel: Drizzle the caramel sauce generously over the top of the pudding just before serving.
9. Dust with Powdered Sugar: If desired, sprinkle powdered sugar over the top for an elegant finish.

By following these steps, you’ll create a delicious Croissant Bread Pudding with Caramel that will leave everyone wanting more!