No one is on a diet right? Whew, I was worried for a second. Just remember, everything in moderation. Do not cut out whole food groups like carbs, fats etc. You will always go back to them. Always. It’s not realistic. But most importantly, keep your body moving and eat what you love. Alright, stepping off my soap box.
First of all, let me just say, I love croissants. Love them. I can’t think of a better bread to eat by itself. You can make them into a sandwich, and so easily make them into dessert.
I also adore chocolate, so when I saw this recipe, I became a bit verklempt, started shaking and knew I had to get hold of some croissants ASAP. I did, and all is now fine in my universe. However, the hubby and I might battle it out for the last piece, because this stuff is so dang good.
It is exactly what you expect in a bread pudding, with lots of melty chocolate inside to put this dessert over the top. It’s so easy to make so there is no excuse why I can’t make it again soon. Like tomorrow. Right after I walk my five miles.
This also makes an incredible brunch dessert.
In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, salt and nutmeg.
Add the croissants and chocolate and mix to combine.
Transfer the mixture to a buttered, 8-inch square baking dish and bake in a 375 degree oven until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean, 30-40 minutes (mine took 50).
Serve warm or room temperature.
Need I say more?
Croissant and Chocolate Bread Pudding
Ingredients
Directions
Tami Lyn says
Oh my goodness-yum.
bellini valli says
Croissants are food from the gods and make wonderful puddings.
HoneyB says
I’m sure this is amazing….after all, it has croissiants and chocolate in it! Yum!
BethieofVA says
Cathy, Cathy, Cathy, my diet just went out the window, virtually of course. đŸ™‚ Wow, that is a beautiful bread pudding.
Lydia says
Yet another reason I should not read food blogs in the morning! Now all I will think of is this insanely good looking bread pudding. Time to invite people for a brunch, I think.
gfe--gluten free easily says
Another brilliant idea. Okay, I’m jealout of the gluten eaters this time, because I love bread pudding, but gluten-free croissants (or good ones) do not exist that I am aware of. One day …
Shirley
Janine says
O- M- G!!! This looks amazing. I made a bread pudding years ago and haven’t attempted it since. I think it’s still somewhere here on my hips..
This looks delicious!!
Debbie says
Oh that looks just out of this world good!!! Love chocolate and croissants also…
Julia says
Mmmm! I love chocolate bread pudding! And nice to see you lightened it up with the addition of heavy cream đŸ˜‰
Also intrigued to see how “verklempt” is spelled. I had no idea!
Jennifer says
Trying desperately not to lick the computer screen right now…
Ciaochowlinda says
Oh deliver me from evil, for this is unbelievably irresistible.
Trisha says
Combining chocolate and croissants! That is wonderful!
Lea Ann says
I’m right there on that soapbox with you and omg this looks amazing.
The Teacher Cooks says
This looks like a great dish as you said for a brunch. Will have to try out the croissants and chocolate. Yummy!
krysta says
oh god, have you ever had the chocolate croissants from traders joe’s? you have to keep them out of your house because you will eat a box full. and this recipe isn’t helping.
Audrey at Barking Mad says
Bread pudding is one of my all-time favorite things! With the addition of chocolate I’m sure the hubby would be drooling twice as much as he does over normal bread pudding!
As always, your photos are incredible!
Pam says
Oh my – that last shot with the oozing chocolate has me drooling. Beautiful Cathy.
The pea soup down below looks amazing too. Perfect for this cold rainy day.
dawn says
no diet, LOL. hell no, I am a foodie!
I made this once and truly the croissant gives it that great flavor.
June says
Good advice! You sure do tease with this one though. Darn – I’ll be making it to help chub up Dad! He’s gonna’ be so darn happy.
Year on the Grill says
No whiskey sauce???
I love all things bread pudding… savory and sweet (but sweet needs the whiskey sauce)
Bob says
Love it! I recently made my first croissant bread pudding, it’s a good time.
unconfidentialcook says
I’m in. Can’t wait to make this. The first time I had chocolate bread pudding (at Arcadia in nyc years/decades ago where they used brioche) I thought I’d died and went to heaven. I bet this is out of this world!
FabFrugalFood says
You re a cruel, cruel woman.
The Duo Dishes says
Healthier eating in the New Year is about balance. A few bites of this dessert would be just fine…and worth it!
Blond Duck says
I love bread pudding!
Barbara says
Croissants and chocolate in a bread pudding? Oh my! Wicked! (I AM on a diet!)
pigpigscorner says
you are so mean!!! well…I’m supposed to stay away from baking for awhile, but…this is so hard to resist!
Dawn says
YES, yes, yes!!!!!!!!!!
RobinSue says
This has my vote, ok 20 of my votes. Looks fantasic.
Julie says
Oh my, that’s some yummy looking stuff right there!
Peef says
Oh hells yeah!
Rachel the SdOC says
I am rendered nearly speechless.
Danielle says
O-M-G…that’s all…
grace says
oddly enough, croissants don’t really float my boat when they’re just plain. a surefire way to keep said boat from sinking is to toss in some heavy cream and loads of chocolate–YUM.
Amber says
Love croissants, love chocolate, love bread pudding, love carbs, love fats, love this recipe. Yum!
Lisa Sipple says
Oh good heavens to mergatroid…must have it with that melty chocolate.
Stacey Snacks says
Cath,
This looks SOOOO good, I have to look away!
pam says
well, since all kinds of bread pudding are my desserts of choice, you know this is now on my list!
Lisa D says
After you professed your love of split pea soup yesterday I wondered if you’d gone off the deep end. I can’t STAND the stuff! But this looks delicious! I can’t wait to try it.
Tammy says
Uhhh, yeah… YUM!!!
Mary says
This looks wonderful to me. How could it not be delicious with the ingredients you used. Very nice recipe!
Mental P Mama says
At the risk of sounding like a broken record: Lord. Have. Mercy.
Michelle Meyer says
Oh.my.goodness. My husband usually makes the Barefoot Contessa recipe for croissant bread pudding around Christmastime, which is our absolute favorite dessert. Might have to give this one a whirl soon…ya know, just to see if I like it better. (wink, wink)
Lena in VT says
Yep, I will remain in my fat jeans.
Cheryl says
I made nary a food related resolution. My belated resolution is to try this. YUM!
(and thank you for your good thoughts and prayers, C. So appreciated.)
theUngourmet says
Oh my golly! This just looks out of this world good! Glad I’m not on a diet. I’ll take 2 helpings please! đŸ™‚
kellypea says
Mmmm…I say 5 miles is worth it! Made some bread pudding myself this weekend. Probably not as droolworthy as this luscious version.
Natasha - 5 Star Foodie says
This sounds just heavenly!
Flea says
Oh. My. Word. You are evil incarnate. I must have some.
Natty says
I want to build a house of that stuff and eat my way out of it!
lisaiscooking says
Yes, I need some of this soon if not now. Croissants are going on the shopping list.
Lisa says
Incredible! The thing about desserts is not to avoid them but to make sure the ones you do eat are worth it. I’d guess this qualifies.
kay says
i’m scaring myself, but having made chocolate bread pudding before i think this would also be good with nutella substituting the chocolate.
Free Samples says
I love your blog!!
Wendi in Biarritz says
I live in France and you’ve just shown me what to do with day old croissants! Fabulous!
Lori says
I’m in the middle of an icepocalypse in Oklahoma, and I just made this to keep myself busy. Best. Choice. Ever. This is friggin’ delicious. Unfortunately, since all the roads are closed, none of my friends can come over and enjoy it. I suppose I’ll have to eat it all myself. Ho humm… What a hard life.
BurkeLOURDES25 says
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Laine says
Made this last night, and holy mother of god it’s RICH. Very yummy, but a little goes a long way. I’m thinking next time I’ll do 2% milk instead of the whole, maybe half & half instead of cream. It kind of sat in my stomach like a brick last night.
apple says
i make this recipe all the time. it’s a definite winner. yours looks fantastic!
p.s. great site!
Carly Petrone says
I’M DYING OVER THIS RECIPE. “Oh, you want me to come over for brunch? I’ll just make this croissant & chocolate bread pudding.” I feel like this should only be eaten on holidays or else I’d probably eat it everyday đŸ™‚
Charlene says
I made this last night!!! My new favorite recipe
Cathy says
Glad to hear it!
pam schelb says
Do you have a nutritional value for this recipe?
Cathy says
Sorry, I don’t.
Christina says
This looks great! Can it be made ahead and reheated?
Cathy says
Best when served right away.
Donna says
Not supposed to be looking at this while at work – can’t help myself but how do I explain drooling all over my computer?
Caroline says
This sounds amazing…but would I be able to make it dairy free, using stiff coconut milk for the cream and maybe almond or cashew milk instead of real milk???
I have a child that loves all things chocolate but is allergic to dairy
Cathy says
I wish I knew for sure, let me know, if you try it.
Gail says
Can I put this together the night before and then bake the next day?
Cathy says
Hmmm. I have never tried that. The chocolate will seize up so I’m not sure.