Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 unit

eggs

1 cup

heavy cream

1 cup

milk

2 unit

egg yolks

0.33 cup

light brown sugar

0.25 tsp

salt

1 tsp

vanilla

2.25 tsp

cinnamon

3.5 unit

croissants

cut into 1/2-inch cubes

2 cup

apples

peeled and cubed

0.33 cup

raisins

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~6 min

In a large bowl, mix together the heavy cream, milk, eggs, egg yolks, light brown sugar, vanilla, and 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon until well blended.

Step 3
~6 min

Add the cubed croissants, peeled and cubed apples, and raisins to the mixture.

Step 4
~6 min

Toss until the bread is saturated with the liquid.

Step 5
~6 min

Let the mixture set for 1 hour to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

Step 6
~6 min

Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~6 min

Pour the bread pudding mixture into the prepared pan.

Step 8
~6 min

Sprinkle the remaining sugar and cinnamon (1 tablespoon total) evenly over the top of the pudding.

Step 9
~6 min

Place the baking pan in a larger, shallow pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~6 min

Fill the larger pan with water until it reaches about 2/3 of the way up the sides of the pudding pan to create a water bath.

Step 11
~6 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until the pudding is set and golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use day-old croissants for best results.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream

Serve with a sprinkle of nuts

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Whipped Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often served during holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Fall
Winter

Popularity Score

70/100