Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding (Printable Page)

Buttery croissants combined with chocolate and custard for a warm, indulgent brunch dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Breads & Chocolates

01 - 6 large day-old croissants, cut into 2-inch pieces
02 - 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate

→ Custard Mixture

03 - 2 cups whole milk
04 - 1 cup heavy cream
05 - 4 large eggs
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Toppings

09 - Powdered sugar for dusting
10 - Fresh berries for serving
11 - Whipped cream for serving

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
02 - Arrange croissant pieces evenly in prepared baking dish. Sprinkle chocolate chips or chopped chocolate over and between croissant pieces.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
04 - Pour custard mixture evenly over croissants, pressing gently to ensure all pieces are moistened. Let stand for 10 minutes.
05 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until custard is set and top is golden brown.
06 - Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with fresh berries or whipped cream.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Simple enough for beginners yet impressive enough for special occasions
  • Uses day-old croissants, making it a perfect solution for leftover pastries
  • Ready in just one hour from start to finish
  • Rich chocolate and buttery layers create an irresistible texture
  • Works beautifully for brunch, dessert, or a sweet breakfast treat
02 -
  • Don't skip the 10-minute resting period—it ensures the custard fully penetrates the croissants
  • Press gently on the croissants while they soak to help them absorb more custard
  • Check for doneness by inserting a knife in the center; it should come out mostly clean with just a bit of custard
  • Let the pudding cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the custard to set properly
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven rather than the microwave to maintain the crispy top
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