Croissant Bread Pudding Recipe
This Croissant Breakfast casserole is a decadent, custardy baked dish made from day-old croissants soaked in a rich mixture of milk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla, layered with semi-sweet chocolate chips. It bakes to a golden, fluffy texture that’s perfect for a special breakfast or brunch, served warm with optional powdered sugar, fresh berries, or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 5 large croissants (preferably day-old), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Fresh berries, for serving
- Whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer Croissants and Chocolate: Place the croissant pieces evenly in the baking dish, then sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over and between the croissant layers to ensure chocolate is distributed throughout.
- Make Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole milk, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, creating a rich custard.
- Soak the Croissants: Pour the custard evenly over the croissant pieces in the baking dish, then gently press down with a spatula to help the croissants absorb the custard mixture thoroughly.
- Let Sit (Optional): Allow the mixture to sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes, enabling the croissants to soak up the custard for a more custardy texture.
- Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered for 45–50 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the custard is completely set. If the top browns too quickly, tent the dish with foil for the last 10–15 minutes to prevent burning.
- Serve: Let the baked croissant casserole cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm alongside fresh berries or whipped cream for an indulgent breakfast treat.
Notes
- For best texture, use croissants that are slightly stale or day-old to prevent sogginess.
- The optional resting time before baking helps the croissants fully absorb the custard but can be skipped if short on time.
- Adjust sugar amount to taste or substitute with a sugar alternative for dietary preferences.
- Cover with foil if the top is browning too fast during baking to avoid burning.
- Serving warm enhances the melty chocolate and custardy experience.
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