Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding (Printable)

Buttery croissants and rich chocolate baked in a creamy custard for a decadent brunch treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Breads & Chocolates

01 - 6 large croissants (preferably day-old), cut into 2-inch pieces
02 - 1 cup (170 g) 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 tsp vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 tsp kosher salt

→ Toppings

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

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
02 - Arrange croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle chocolate chips or chopped chocolate over and between the croissant pieces.
03 - In a large 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 to allow croissants to absorb the custard.
05 - Bake for 35-40 minutes until custard is set and the top is golden brown.
06 - Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
07 - Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with fresh berries or whipped cream if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple, everyday ingredients to create an impressive brunch dish
  • Perfect way to use day-old croissants for amazing texture
  • Rich chocolate and buttery croissants create an irresistible flavor combination
  • Easy enough for beginners but elegant enough for special occasions
  • Can be prepared ahead and baked fresh when needed
02 -
  • Day-old croissants are essential for the perfect texture—they absorb custard without falling apart
  • Don't skip the 10-minute soaking time; it ensures every piece is evenly moistened
  • Press gently but thoroughly to help the custard penetrate all layers of the croissants
  • Check for doneness by inserting a knife in the center—it should come out mostly clean
  • Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the custard to set properly
  • For make-ahead convenience, assemble the night before and bake fresh in the morning
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