How to Make Croissant Bread Pudding with Rum Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Croissant Bread Pudding with Rum Sauce is a decadent and indulgent dessert that is perfect for any special occasion or a cozy weekend treat. This recipe takes the classic bread pudding to the next level by using buttery, flaky croissants as the base, giving it a rich and luxurious texture. The addition of a boozy rum sauce adds a deliciously warm and aromatic flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy bread pudding.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 bananas, cut into small chunks
  • 10 croissants, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup rum (such as Captain Morgan®)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch baking dish

  • Whisk milk, sugar, butter, and eggs together in a large bowl. Add bananas. Add croissants and mix well.
  • Pour mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Refrigerate for 1 hour so croissants can absorb some of the liquid.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until center is set and top is golden brown, about 1 hour. Let cool for 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Meanwhile, combine brown sugar, butter, and rum in a saucepan. Cook and stir until melted together, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream. Pour warm sauce over the bread pudding right before serving.
  • Nutrition

    526 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 94mg
    • Sodium: 335mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 72g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 54g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 80mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 258mg