Ingredients
– 6 large croissants, preferably day-old
– 4 large eggs
– 2 cups whole milk
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– Optional: Whipped cream or ice cream for serving
Instructions
Creating Croissant Bread Pudding with Caramel is simple and rewarding. Follow these steps for a delightful dessert:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare Croissants: Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and place them in the greased baking dish.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the egg mixture over the torn croissants, gently pressing them down to ensure they soak up the custard.
5. Let It Rest: Allow the mixture to sit for about 15 minutes so that the croissants absorb 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: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes before serving.
8. Add Caramel Sauce: Drizzle warm caramel sauce over the top before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
9. Serve: If desired, add a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream on the side.
Following these steps will lead you to a delicious Croissant Bread Pudding with Caramel that your family and friends will adore.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 8g