Croissant Bread Pudding Ina Garten
Indulge in ultimate comfort with Ina Garten's Croissant Bread Pudding—a rich, decadent dessert that transforms buttery croissants into a lusciously creamy masterpiece. Made with a velvety custard of whole milk, heavy cream, eggs, and a touch of vanilla, this recipe is elevated with golden raisins and the optional depth of rum. The croissants soak up the custard mixture, creating layers of pillowy softness and crispy golden edges. Perfectly baked in under an hour, this elegant yet easy-to-make dessert pairs beautifully with caramel sauce, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ideal for brunch, dinner parties, or holiday gatherings, this croissant bread pudding is a showstopping treat your guests will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 pieces Large croissants
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 6 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Rum (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Golden raisins
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter and set aside.
Slice the croissants in half lengthwise and arrange them in the prepared baking dish. Tear them into smaller pieces if needed to fit evenly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, rum (if using), and salt until well combined.
Sprinkle the golden raisins evenly over the croissant pieces in the baking dish.
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants, making sure all the pieces are soaked. Press down gently with the back of a spoon or spatula to help the croissants absorb the liquid.
Allow the mixture to sit for about 10 minutes to ensure the croissants are fully soaked.
Bake the bread pudding in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set but still slightly soft in the center.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, either on its own or with a drizzle of caramel sauce, a dollop of whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.7 g | 266% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.7 g | 568% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1671 mg | 557% | |
| Sodium | 3487 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 445.8 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 306.6 g | ||
| Protein | 82.1 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.4 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 921 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 2242 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
