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Toasted Pecan Croissant Bread

Decadent Toasted Pecan Croissant Bread Delight

Indulge in a deliciously nostalgic Toasted Pecan Croissant Bread pudding, perfect for a cozy night or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Soaking Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Pudding
  • 6 pieces Small Croissants Light and airy, slightly stale
  • 1 cup Toasted Pecans Lightly toasted
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 4 tablespoons Salted Butter Can use unsalted instead
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Milk of Choice Dairy or plant-based
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Reduce for less sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract/Paste Use real vanilla for best results
  • 4 large Eggs Binds the mixture
Optional Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil Optional
  • 1/4 cup Smooth Almond Butter Can substitute with other nut butters
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Optional drizzle
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Ice Cream For serving
  • 2 tablespoons Homemade Salted Caramel For drizzling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Ramekins

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (162°C). Gather ramekins or a baking dish.
  2. Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Slice croissants into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, melted butter, and optional cinnamon until smooth.
  5. Pour the custard mixture over croissants, stir gently, and soak for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Spoon toasted pecans into the bottom of ramekins, then fill with the croissant mixture.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until puffed and golden.
  8. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes, then invert onto plates and drizzle with salted caramel.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use slightly stale croissants for optimal absorption. Soaking the croissants is key to flavor absorption. Allow a cooling time after baking for best presentation.

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