Almond Croissant Pudding Cups
Almond Croissant Pudding Cups
Classic DishAlmond Croissant
Prep: 20 min • Cook: 25 min. Individual dessert cups layering torn almond croissants with a creamy almond custard. Baked until set and served warm or chilled, offering a comforting and elegant treat. This delightful French-inspired dessert is perfect for brunch or as a sweet ending to any meal.
- Preparation time
- 20 min
- Cooking time
- 25 min
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Preparation
- 1Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease four individual ramekins or oven-safe pudding cups.
- 2Arrange the torn almond croissant pieces evenly in the prepared ramekins. Do not overcrowd.
Making the Custard
- 1In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, almond extract, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- 2Carefully pour the custard mixture over the croissant pieces in each ramekin, ensuring the croissants are soaked.
Baking
- 1Place the ramekins into a larger baking dish. Fill the larger baking dish with hot water, reaching about halfway up the sides of the ramekins. This creates a water bath (bain-marie) which helps the pudding cook evenly and prevents it from cracking.
- 2Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the custard is set and lightly golden on top. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
- 3Carefully remove the ramekins from the water bath and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
Serving
- 1Dust the warm or chilled pudding cups with powdered sugar and garnish with toasted slivered almonds and fresh berries before serving.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 451 kcal
- Protein
- 10 g
- Fat
- 26 g
- Carbs
- 45 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 451 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
Tips
- Using slightly stale croissants helps them absorb the custard better without becoming soggy.
- The water bath is crucial for a smooth, creamy custard.
- Serve warm for a comforting treat, or chilled for a refreshing dessert. Both are delicious!
