Description
Delightful dessert transforming leftover croissants into a warm, comforting treat, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 croissants, torn into pieces
- 2 cups milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- Powdered sugar for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
- Add the torn croissant pieces and optional raisins to the mixture and stir gently.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread croissant pieces evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set in the center and golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired, before serving.
Notes
Use day-old croissants for better absorption; customize with chocolate chips or nuts for variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: bread pudding, croissant dessert, easy dessert, brunch recipe