Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our Sweet Orange Croissant Pudding, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This unique dish combines the delicate flakiness of croissants with the rich, creamy custard of a classic bread pudding, infused with the vibrant zest of oranges. Discover a collection of three tempting recipes within this article, each offering a unique twist on this delectable dessert.
1. **Classic Sweet Orange Croissant Pudding:** Experience the timeless flavors of this traditional recipe, where buttery croissants soak up a luscious custard infused with orange zest and vanilla, resulting in a comforting and nostalgic treat.
2. **Chocolate Orange Croissant Pudding:** Embark on a journey of chocolatey indulgence with this variation, where rich cocoa powder and dark chocolate chips mingle harmoniously with the orange-scented custard, creating a decadent and irresistible dessert.
3. **Raspberry Orange Croissant Pudding:** Delight in a vibrant fusion of flavors as tangy raspberries join forces with sweet oranges in this recipe. The custard is speckled with bursts of raspberry, adding a refreshing and fruity dimension to the classic bread pudding experience.
Whether you prefer the comforting familiarity of the classic recipe or crave the excitement of the chocolate or raspberry variations, this article has something to satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
CROISSANT BREAD PUDDING
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350° and spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon. Add the croissant cubes and mix together until the croissants are fully coated in the cream mixture. Let it sit for 25-30 minutes, stirring about 15 minutes in.
- Once the croissants have soaked pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the custard, is set and the croissants are starting to brown. While the bread pudding is baking prepare the vanilla sauce.
- In a medium saucepan combine the butter, sugar, and cream. Whisk constantly over medium heat until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from the heat and add the vanilla.
- Allow the bread pudding to sit for at least 20 minutes before serving. Serve with warm vanilla sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 216 mg, Sodium 182 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 53 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CROISSANT BREAD PUDDING
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole eggs, egg yolks, half-and-half, sugar, and vanilla. Set the custard mixture aside. Slice the croissants in half horizontally. In a 10 by 15 by 2 1/2-inch oval baking dish, distribute the bottoms of the sliced croissants, then add the raisins, then the tops of the croissants (brown side up), being sure the raisins are between the layers of croissants or they will burn while baking. Pour the custard over the croissants and allow to soak for 10 minutes, pressing down gently.
- Place the pan in a larger one filled with 1-inch of hot water. Cover the larger pan with aluminum foil, tenting the foil so it doesn't touch the pudding. Cut a few holes in the foil to allow steam to escape. Bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for 40 to 45 more minutes or until the pudding puffs up and the custard is set. Remove from the oven and cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.
CROISSANT BREAD AND BUTTER PUDDING
Provided by Kevin Dundon
Categories Brunch Dessert Bake St. Patrick's Day Casserole/Gratin Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Generously butter an ovenproof dish that measures about 20 x 30cm (8 x 12 inches).
- Arrange a single layer of croissant chunks, slightly overlapping, in the bottom of the dish. Scatter over some of the raisins, place another layer of croissant chunks on top and scatter over the remaining raisins. Press down gently with a fish slice or spatula.
- To make the custard, heat the cream and milk in a saucepan until the mixture comes almost to the boil. Remove from the heat. Meanwhile, whisk together the eggs, ground cinnamon and sugar in a large heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water until the mixture is thickened and the whisk or beaters leave a trail when lifted. Remove from the heat and beat in the cream mixture until well combined.
- Pour two-thirds of the custard over the croissants and leave to stand for about 30 minutes or until they have soaked up all the liquid. Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4.
- Pour the remaining custard over the soaked croissants and press down firmly with a fish slice or spatula so that the custard reaches halfway up the croissants. Place the dish in a roasting pan and pour in enough water to come a third of the way up the side of the dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the custard is just set and the top is golden brown. Serve immediately.
FRUITY CROISSANT PUFF
Steps:
- Place croissants and berries in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in milk, sugar, eggs and vanilla until blended; pour over croissants. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Bake, uncovered, until puffed and golden and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh oranges: Fresh oranges provide the best flavor for this pudding. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use frozen orange juice concentrate, but the flavor will not be as good.
- Zest the oranges before juicing them: The zest of the oranges contains a lot of flavor, so be sure to zest them before juicing them. You can use a microplane or a vegetable peeler to zest the oranges.
- Use high-quality croissants: The quality of the croissants you use will make a big difference in the final product. Look for croissants that are made with real butter and that are fresh.
- Don't overcook the pudding: The pudding is done when it is set in the center. If you overcook it, it will become dry and tough.
- Serve the pudding warm or cold: This pudding can be served warm or cold. If you serve it warm, top it with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream. If you serve it cold, chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.
Conclusion:
Sweet orange croissant pudding is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover croissants, and it is also a great make-ahead dessert. Simply prepare the pudding ahead of time and chill it until you are ready to serve.
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