Almond Croissant Bread Pudding

Tammy Smith

Almond croissant bread pudding uses day-old croissants as the base, soaking them in a rich custard flavored with almond extract before baking until puffed and golden. Sliced almonds on top add crunch and a toasty finish. Prep is straightforward and the whole dish is ready in just over an hour, making it a strong option for brunch or dessert.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Course Dessert

Cuisine French

Servings bowls

Calories 411 kcal

Equipment

Baking dish
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Measuring cups
Butter knife

Ingredients

For the Bread Pudding Base:

6 pieces croissants preferably slightly stale
1 cup whole milk organic or fresh
1 cup heavy cream
4 large eggs preferably free-range
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
1 teaspoon almond extract pure
0.5 cup sliced almonds lightly toasted

For the Optional Toppings:

2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting
0.5 cup whipped cream freshly prepared

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Butter a baking dish and set aside.
Slice each croissant into 1-inch pieces and layer them in the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissant pieces, ensuring each piece is soaked thoroughly. Press gently with a spoon to submerge the croissants if needed.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard is set.

Notes

Allow the croissants to sit in the custard mixture for a few minutes before baking, ensuring they soak up all the delicious flavors.
Feel free to experiment by adding a handful of chocolate chips or dried cranberries for variation.
Substitute sugar for honey to add a different depth of sweetness if preferred.

Nutrition

Calories: 411kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 178mgSodium: 78mgPotassium: 212mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 871IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 121mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Almond Croissant Bread Pudding

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