Chocolate Cherry Croissant Bread Pudding

Health score
3%
Chocolate Cherry Croissant Bread Pudding
140 min.
12
590kcal

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Indulge your senses with a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and cherries in a warm, comforting dish: Chocolate Cherry Croissant Bread Pudding. This decadent treat is perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or simply a cozy night in. With its creamy custard base and the buttery goodness of croissants, every bite is a heavenly experience.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked croissants mingling with the sweet scent of dark chocolate and tart cherries, creating an irresistible allure that will have everyone flocking to the dessert table. The contrast of textures—from the soft, custardy interior to the lightly crisped croissant tops—adds an exciting element to this classic dish. Topped with a luscious cherry sauce, this bread pudding is not just a dessert; it’s a celebration of flavors and textures that will leave your guests raving.

Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. With a preparation time of just 140 minutes, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser that serves 12. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress with a dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Chocolate Cherry Croissant Bread Pudding is sure to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  •  eggs whole
  •  egg yolk 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 2.5 cups milk 
  • 2.5 cups whipping cream 
  • tablespoon vanilla 
  • large croissants cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (10 cups) ()
  • cup chocolate chips dark
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 cup cherries dried
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • 10 oz cherries dark sweet frozen
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with shortening or cooking spray. In large bowl, beat 4 whole eggs, 1 egg yolk and 3/4 cup sugar with wire whisk until well blended. Beat in milk, whipping cream and vanilla until well blended. Stir in 7 cups of the croissants pieces.
  2. Let stand 20 minutes.
  3. Pour into baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle with chocolate chips. Lightly press remaining 3 cups croissant pieces on top of mixture.
  5. Brush top of croissant pieces with butter; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar.
  6. Sprinkle with dried cherries.
  7. Bake uncovered 55 to 65 minutes or until top is light golden brown (center will jiggle slightly). Cool 30 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, mix 1/4 cup sugar, the cornstarch and water until blended. Stir in frozen cherries. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Boil and stir 1 minute.
  9. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cool at least 10 minutes before serving.
  10. Serve sauce over warm bread pudding. Store bread pudding and sauce covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories590kcal
Protein6.86%
Fat54.77%
Carbs38.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.27
Glycemic Load
25.97
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.179565170537%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
7.14mg
Pelargonidin
0.06mg
Peonidin
0.35mg
Catechin
1.03mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
1.18mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.54mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:590.25kcal
29.51%
Fat:36.24g
55.75%
Saturated Fat:23.08g
144.27%
Carbohydrates:57.11g
19.04%
Net Carbohydrates:54.55g
19.84%
Sugar:37.91g
42.13%
Cholesterol:164.24mg
54.75%
Sodium:237.04mg
10.31%
Alcohol:0.43g
100%
Alcohol %:0.23%
100%
Protein:10.22g
20.44%
Vitamin A:1457.06IU
29.14%
Selenium:17.6µg
25.15%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.91%
Phosphorus:180.61mg
18.06%
Calcium:174.12mg
17.41%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.68%
Folate:49.63µg
12.41%
Vitamin D:1.73µg
11.51%
Vitamin B5:1.08mg
10.85%
Vitamin B12:0.62µg
10.37%
Fiber:2.56g
10.25%
Potassium:341.55mg
9.76%
Zinc:1.4mg
9.31%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.9%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.73%
Iron:1.52mg
8.42%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.63%
Magnesium:25.97mg
6.49%
Vitamin B3:1.15mg
5.76%
Copper:0.09mg
4.73%
Vitamin K:4.31µg
4.11%
Vitamin C:2.1mg
2.55%