Croissant Bread Pudding Recipe With Bourbon Sauce

Croissant Bread Pudding Recipe With Bourbon Sauce

Croissant bread pudding is the perfect dessert for entertaining. The croissants provide a rich base and the bourbon sauce adds a decadent twist. It’s amazing how these two simple ingredients can come together for such a delicious dessert. It’s almost as if you were baking a regular bread pudding but using croissants as the bread. 

In this blog i will share with you a croissant bread pudding Recipe with a bourbon sauce that is extremely delicious. This is a must-try for foodies. It’s quick, easy, and a perfect holiday dessert. This light, yet decadent brunch tart is a fantastic way to start your morning. It’s easy to make, tastes great, and can be served as an appetizer or a side dish before dinner. There is a great contrast between the rich, sweet pudding and the salty, crunchy croissants.

This version is made with croissants, cream, and eggs but you can use whatever you have around the house. It’s a little time-consuming to make but it’s worth it if you are willing to put in the time. There are plenty of steps in this recipe but this is one of those dishes that I have to make every Christmas.

How To Make Croissant Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce

This bread pudding is a delicious way of making use of your leftover croissants. The cream, sugar, and butter of the pudding are reminiscent of a croissant and the bourbon sauce adds a new dimension to the dessert. This version adds the rich and slightly boozy notes of bourbon and the more substantial flavor and texture of croissants. It’s a comforting dessert for a cool evening, and a lovely way to use up stale croissants. Give it a try today!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Croissants (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whipping cream
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup Frangelico 
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • Bourbon Sauce
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoon whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoon Jack Daniel’s Whiskey 
  • 2 teaspooon vanilla

Step By Step Instructions To Make Croissant Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce

Step 1

Spray a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Distribute croissant cubes evenly in pan. Whisk eggs in a separate bowl.

Step 2

Mix whipping cream, milk, sugar, Frangelico, vanilla extract, and almond extract together until well blended. Cover bread cubes evenly with the sauce. 

Step 3

Sprinkle dried cranberries over the bread and press down with a spoon to absorb all the liquid. Let stand 30 minutes, occasionally pressing bread into custard mixture. 

Step 4

Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake for about 40- 50 minutes or until the pudding is set in the center.

Step 5

Allow to cool slightly. Top with whipped cream and Jack Daniel’s sauce, and serve warm. Enjoy!

In Closing

We hope you enjoyed this recipe for croissant bread pudding with bourbon sauce. This croissant bread pudding is a delicious dessert that will be a hit at any party or family gathering. It has a crispy, crunchy top with a custard like center. The custard is light and creamy and is perfect with the bourbon sauce! If you have any questions about this recipe, please leave a comment below. Thanks for reading!

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Croissant Bread Pudding Recipe With Bourbon Sauce

Croissant Bread Pudding Recipe With Bourbon Sauce

In this blog i will share with you a croissant bread pudding Recipe with bourbon sauce that is extremely delicious.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Croissants (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whipping cream
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup Frangelico 
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • Bourbon Sauce
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 6 tablespoon whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoon Jack Daniel’s Whiskey 
  • 2 teaspooon vanilla

Instructions
 

  • Spray a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Distribute croissant cubes evenly in pan. Whisk eggs in a separate bowl.
  • Mix whipping cream, milk, sugar, Frangelico, vanilla extract, and almond extract together until well blended. Cover bread cubes evenly with the sauce. 
  • Sprinkle dried cranberries over the bread and press down with a spoon to absorb all the liquid. Let stand 30 minutes, occasionally pressing bread into custard mixture. 
  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake for about 40- 50 minutes or until the pudding is set in the center.
  • Allow to cool slightly. Top with whipped cream and Jack Daniel's sauce, and serve warm. Enjoy!
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