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Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding

Stale croissants baked with vanilla custard and dark chocolate for a crackly top and soft centre.

By Food Friends 22Published 26 September 2026Updated 27 September 2026✓ Tested by Food Friends
Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding
01Prep15 min
02Cook35 min
03Total time50 min
04Servings6 servings
05DifficultyEasy
06CategoryDessert

02 / Method

Method

  1. 01

    Heat the oven to 180°C and grease a baking dish.

  2. 02

    Tear the croissants into pieces and tuck the chocolate between them.

  3. 03

    Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar and vanilla.

  4. 04

    Pour over and rest for 10 minutes.

  5. 05

    Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and just set in the centre.

03 / Allergens

Allergens

  • Gluten
  • Milk
  • Egg
Vegetarian
Nutrition410 kcal · 9 g protein · 21 g fat · 46 g carbsEstimate per serving

04 / Storage

Storage

Refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat portions in the oven.

05 / Substitutions

Substitutions

  • Use brioche instead of croissants.
  • Add cherries or orange zest.
  • Use plant-based milk and cream; the texture will change.

Always check the current ingredient list and allergen information on product packaging yourself. Substitutions may change allergens and nutritional values.

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