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Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding Recipe

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This decadent Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding is a comforting dessert that combines flaky croissants with rich chocolate chips, all soaked in a creamy vanilla custard and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for using up day-old croissants, it delivers a warm, indulgent treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to delight chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large croissants (preferably day-old, cut into chunks)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Custard

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

For Serving (Optional)

  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prepare for the bread pudding.
  2. Prepare the Croissants: Cut the day-old croissants into bite-sized chunks and place them evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the croissant pieces.
  3. Make the Custard Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Pour this custard evenly over the croissant chunks, pressing down gently to ensure the bread soaks up the custard thoroughly.
  4. Let it Soak: Allow the croissants and custard mixture to sit for about 15 minutes. This resting time helps the croissants absorb the custard fully, resulting in a moist and flavorful pudding.
  5. Bake the Bread Pudding: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it’s cooked through.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the bread pudding from the oven and let it cool slightly for a few minutes. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve warm—alone or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

  • Using day-old croissants is ideal as they absorb the custard better than fresh ones.
  • You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate, depending on your preference.
  • For a nutty twist, add chopped toasted nuts such as pecans or walnuts before baking.
  • The optional cinnamon adds warmth but can be omitted for a simpler flavor.
  • Let the pudding cool slightly before serving to avoid burning and to allow flavors to meld.

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