Croissant Bread Pudding

in Diana's Recipe Book

Average Rating:  (total ratings: 2)

Servings: 6

Comments: Bread pudding, definitely a winter "comfort" food on a chilly day or evening. An effortless way to elevate basic bread pudding is to substitute croissants for day-old bread. To keep down the cost of this luxurious-tasting dessert, check the better bakeries in your area — many sell day-old croissants at half-price.

Ingredients: Equipment Needed: Measuring cups Large roasting pan 7 x 11-inch glass or porcelain baking dish Cutting board Bread knife Paring knife Zippered-top plastic bag Electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment Wooden spoon Wire rack Ingredients: 3/4 cup golden raisins 3 to 4 day-old croissants (about 12 ounces total) 3 cups whole milk 3 large eggs 2 large egg yolks 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 vanilla bean

Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Place the roasting pan in the oven and pour 1/2 inch of hot water into it. 2. Scatter the raisins across the bottom of the glass baking dish. Cut the croissants into 1/2-inch-thick slices and place on top of the raisins in the dish. 3. Combine the milk, whole eggs, egg yolks, and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle. With the paring knife, split the vanilla bean in half lengthwise. Place one half in the plastic bag and reserve for another use. Scrape the seeds from the other half into the bowl. Discard the scraped bean half. Beat on medium-low speed with the mixer until well blended and a little frothy, 1 to 2 minutes. 4. Pour the egg mixture over the croissants and press the bread with the back of the spoon to make sure that everything is submerged. Let stand a minute or two, pressing with the spoon once or twice, to allow the bread to absorb the egg mixture. Carefully place the dish in the pan of hot water and bake until golden and just set, about 50 minutes. 5. Carefully remove the roasting pan from the oven, then remove the baking dish from the pan and let cool on the wire rack. Serve slightly warm or let cool completely, refrigerate covered with plastic wrap up to 24 hours, and serve chilled. Makes 6 servings.

Source: Instant Gratification by Lauren Chattman

Date: December 8, 2002

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