Cranberry Croissant Bread Pudding

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 12

Cranberry Croissant Bread Pudding – A Sweet and Tart Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

356

Sugar

25g

Fat

21g

Cranberry Croissant Bread Pudding is a delicious and unique twist on traditional bread pudding. The buttery, flaky croissants take the place of bread, while the tart cranberry sauce adds a burst of flavor to the sweet custard. This dessert is perfect for a holiday brunch or a cozy winter evening, and it’s sure to impress your guests with its beautiful presentation and delicious taste.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2.	In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, orange rind, and vanilla.
3.	Cut the croissants into 2-inch chunks and add them to the bowl, pressing down to make sure they are all coated with the egg mixture.
4.	Add the cranberry sauce and gently stir to combine.
5.	Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
6.	Let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

PROS

This bread pudding is a great way to use up leftover croissants and cranberry sauce.

The combination of sweet and tart flavors makes it a delicious dessert for any occasion.

CONS

This recipe uses a lot of eggs and dairy products, making it high in saturated fat and cholesterol.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread pudding is not particularly healthy, but it does have some nutritional benefits.
Eggs are a good source of protein and vitamin D, while cranberries are high in antioxidants and may help prevent urinary tract infections.

	6 eggs , lightly beaten
	2 cups milk
	2 cups cream , 10 %
	3/4 cup granulated sugar
	2 teaspoons grated orange rind
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	6 large croissants
	1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce