Vida Recetas Editorial
Croissant pudding is a classic dessert that transforms leftover croissants into a creamy, caramelized delight. This easy recipe is perfect for using up day-old croissants and impressing your family with an elegant dessert. The homemade caramel at the base adds a golden, crunchy touch that contrasts with the softness of the bread soaked in a mixture of milk, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla.
The combination of flaky croissants with a light custard and deep caramel creates a unique texture: moist inside, with a slightly crispy top layer. The raisins and lemon zest add acidity and balanced sweetness. This pudding is ideal for breakfast, snack time, or as a dessert after a special meal.
Making it at home is simple and the result is spectacular. Give it a try!
Prep
25 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
8
Calories
150 kcal
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
In a small pot, place ¾ cup of sugar with 1 tablespoon of water and bring to medium low heat until it forms a caramel. It is important not to stir with a spoon.
Empty the candy into a medium mold, and spread it all over the base and part of the walls of the mold.
Cut the croissants into small pieces and place them on top of the caramel.
Mix the milk with the eggs in a bowl with the help of a balloon whisk.
Add the cinnamon, vanilla, lemon zest and a pinch of salt.
Pour the mixture onto the pieces of croissants, stir gently to soak each piece and place in the oven for 30 minutes.
Once baked, unmold lukewarm and refrigerate.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 25 minutes and the cooking time is 30 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 8 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
