Croissant Bread Pudding with Brandy Cream Sauce

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with this Croissant Bread Pudding with Brandy Cream Sauce, a luxurious twist on a classic treat. Made with buttery croissants soaked in a rich custard of whole milk, cream, and a hint of vanilla and cinnamon, this recipe delivers a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite. Optional plump raisins add a delightful burst of sweetness, while the crowning glory—a silky brandy cream sauce—elevates this dessert into pure decadence. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, this easy-to-make bread pudding bakes to golden perfection in just 45 minutes. Serve it warm, and let the creamy, boozy sauce steal the show. A true showstopper for holidays, brunches, or cozy evenings, this recipe is memorable and irresistibly indulgent. Keywords: croissant bread pudding, brandy cream sauce, comfort dessert, holiday dessert recipe, easy bread pudding.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large croissants
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing baking dish)
• 2 tablespoons brandy
• 1 cup heavy cream (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup confectioners' sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

Step 2

Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and evenly distribute them in the prepared baking dish. If using raisins, scatter them among the croissant pieces.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.

Step 4

Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants, pressing down gently to ensure all the pieces soak up the mixture. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb.

Step 5

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 6

While the pudding bakes, prepare the brandy cream sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, unsalted butter, and confectioners' sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the brandy. Let the sauce cool slightly before serving.

Step 8

Once the bread pudding is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm, drizzled generously with the brandy cream sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1884.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5225.6

Total Fat 335.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 184.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1463.0mg	0%
Sodium 2369.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 456.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 332.1g
Protein 71.5g	0%

Vitamin D 378.7IU	0%
Calcium 963.2mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 1796.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.9%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 35.5%