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Croissant Bread Pudding
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Excellent and easy!
07/13/2008 at 11:39pm
User: LISA from Joliet, IL User Rating:
I knew all those good reviews could not be wrong. I followed some of the other reviewers' advice and added cinnamon to the custard mix and also made a sauce of sugar/butter/cream and vanilla on the stovetop. The texture and moistness of the pudding was perfect. It does take awhile to bake, but only a few minutes to put together the ingredients.
Kicked it up a notch (with white chocolate + raspberries)
06/12/2008 at 05:48pm
User: Dawn from Ladera Ranch, CA User Rating:
I love Ina's recipes, you literally cannot go wrong. However, this time I wanted to change the flavors up a little, so I omitted the raisins and substituted 1 cup of white chocolate chips and added 1 cup of fresh raspberries. Also, I used Emeril's bread pudding recipe for his White Chocolate Creme Anglaise to flost this in. I served this for Mother's Day Brunch, and I had one happy mommy! My only word of warning is make sure your pan is large enough to accommodate all these croissants, and that your bain marie can accommodate the pudding pan. I had to improvise for the bain marie; I lined a rimmed cookie sheet with heavy duty foil and folded up the sides high to meet the pudding pan. Make sure you place the pudding in the bain marie and put it in the oven BEFORE you pour the boiling water in. It's a bit tricky to do this while the pan is in the oven, but well worth it not to have to carry the pudding in a bain marie full of boiling water over to the oven. This pudding got raves and one day I will try it Ina's way!
Not what I expected
05/19/2008 at 09:03pm
User: Cristina from SHELTON, CT User Rating:
Didn't have as much flavor as I thought it would. I followed the instructions to a T. Maybe bread pudding just isn't for me, but I was really dissapointed with this one.
Yum Yum Yum
04/22/2008 at 10:28am
User: Kim from Pontiac, MI User Rating:
This was great! I've always loved bread pudding over other deserts as I don't have a big sweet tooth and this was perfect. I used 4 cups of half & half and 1 cup of almond milk to make 5. I also added cinnamon for that perfect taste. My husband the sweet tooth Loved it too.
Yummy
04/05/2008 at 07:34pm
User: Gloria from El Sereno, CA User Rating:
I love the buttery flakeyness of this recipe. Nice and full of flavor. Next time I shall add other types of fruits and nuts.
Will Not Make Again
04/04/2008 at 05:48pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This dessert is much too sweet for my taste.
Terrific and Easy to Make
03/30/2008 at 03:49pm
User: Lorraine from Antioch, CA User Rating:
I have made bread pudding before only to be disappointed in how they turned out. The recipes were hard to follow and the end result was a disaster. Not this recipe though! This is easy to follow, very simple to prepare and great fun to eat! I prepared this for a baby shower party and the Mom to be loves bread pudding. She said this was her favorite one by far. Thank you for a great recipe!
Best I have ever had!
03/22/2008 at 11:42pm
User: DANIELLE from LAKE TAPPS, WA User Rating:
I did deviate from recipe a bit, but nothing big. I could not get Croissants, so I found a big beautiful loaf of Challah and used it instead. It was amazing! I will definately try it with the croissant next time. Only other thing I did different was add 2T cinnamon to the custard mixture. This recipe is a keeper!! For a incredible topping, heat 1 stick butter with 3/4C sugar and 1/2C heavy cream(or half and half) and 1tsp Vanilla to a boil for 3 minutes in saucepan, turn off heat and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken. Wow, does this ever take the cake!!! Addictive!!
Amazing!!
03/16/2008 at 11:12pm
User: maggie from dove canyon, CA User Rating:
Ina has done it again!! My family loved this dish. I just got done maiking it for the St. Pat's weeekend celebration!! Thanks so much!!!
The Best Bread Pudding! Thanks Ina!
01/11/2008 at 09:09pm
User: Kimberly from Duluth, GA User Rating:
I have made this the last 4 years for Christmas and it has been a huge hit. I even half the recipe and make it in my Cuissinart Convection toaster oven. It works slendidly! I have always loved bread pudding, and can still recall the way my grandpa made it when I was a little girl. I have been baking since age 12, and never mastered this dish until Ina came along. . To those who mention it being tough, I would say that either there was a problem with the croissants used, the oven temperature, or you didn't use the water soak. Follow the recipe and it will be divine. Also, use good ingredients!
SUPERB!
01/07/2008 at 01:24am
User: James from San Francisco, CA User Rating:
I've made this several times, and it's always a pleaser. One time I added in sliced fresh peaches between the layers and really made it sinfully delicious.
fabulous
01/03/2008 at 08:58pm
User: Sandra from Bremerton, WA User Rating:
Bread pudding is my favorite desert, and over the years I have made and sampled many variations. This is the absolute best. I made a triple batch to take to work for a holiday potluck and it was gone before any other dish! Many people begged for the recipe and people from other departments wandered over for a try. The fact that it was gone before all the other dishes speaks for itself! I will never use another recipe but this one from now on.
Delicious!
01/02/2008 at 12:28pm
User: Carita from Los Angeles, CA User Rating:
Thank you Ina for another fabulous recipe. My entire family devoured it and wanted me to make another one. I loved the custard it really set this bread pudding over the top.
gone to heaven
12/29/2007 at 08:58pm
User: Sandra Lee from Marysville, WA User Rating:
I saw Ina prepare this on one of her programs and since I love bread pudding and this looked so easy, I fixed it for one of my Christmas desserts. Well, it was so heavenly! Everyone enjoyed every bite and asked for more. It drew raves. This is a keeper and will be my go-to dessert for at least 2008.
perfect w/giada's amaretto sauce
12/27/2007 at 12:17pm
User: JOCELYNE from union city, CA User Rating:
have made this time and time again and comes out great each time--hard to mess up and even better with giada's amaretto sauce! tip: leave in 5 minutes longer to prevent the soggy, eggy bottom.
Ohhh so delicious!
12/21/2007 at 01:04pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I'm a sucker for bread pudding and I used this recipe for Thanksgiving. Even for my first time, it was very easy to make and even easier to keep eating. Just cook it well because it will be soggy in the middle if you undercook. Also, I accidently got some water in it so that may be why it got a bit soggy. I'm going to make it again for Christmas.
Sinfully Good!
12/19/2007 at 02:02pm
User: Rebecca from High Point, NC User Rating:
I have tried many bread pudding recipes in the past and finally found a keeper! This was wonderful! My husband (and his office) said it was the best they have ever had and all wanted the recipe. I did add a little cinnamon to the custard before pouring it over the croissants. I also served it with a caramel custard sauce. It was great warm, but, also very good cold. After I uncovered the pudding it only took 20 minutes to cook in my oven to be set and golden brown. You may want to watch the cooking time. Thanks Ina!
Not the best bread pudding.....
12/18/2007 at 03:56pm
User: Elizabeth from Newport Coast, CA User Rating:
Generally, Ina does not disappoint, however, this croissant bread pudding was too rich, too egg-y. I think it was the fact that it was made with croissants that was the problem- croissant breads do not soak up as much of the custard misture as other breads. In addition, it did not have an accompanying sauce, which makes the bread pudding look a little naked.
Excellent holiday dessert
12/07/2007 at 08:35pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is a fantastic recipe - I get rave reviews everytime I make it. I did modify though - sorry to the great Ina - I use dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips instead of raisins - my guests went crazy.
Little Effort yields Great results!
12/07/2007 at 01:43am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Made this last week. Followed others' suggestions and added 1 tsp cinnamon and 1/4 nutmeg. Also soaked raisins in Grand Marnier. Used a 9 X 13 pan which worked fine. Biggest problem was tenting the dessert properly. Dessert rec'd many rave reviews. My mom suggested next time serving with sauce, so I may try Giada'a Amaretto sauce but will substitute Kahlua or Frangelicco. Will use same liquor to soak the raisins. This dessert is beautifil when it leaves the oven and tasty even the next am cold!
best bread pudding - period
12/04/2007 at 06:02pm
User: betty from new orleans, LA User Rating:
being from new orleans i have a taste for rich custardy melt in your mouth bread pudding. I have been making this recipe for christmas for 3 years now and my family requests it every year. It's better that Brennan's and Commanders Palace - and any other good restaurant you care to mention. Thank you for this most delicious recipe. Betty Miles
Hit of the meal
11/30/2007 at 06:37pm
User: James from San Diego, CA User Rating:
This was so easy and fantastic. I made this for Thanksgiving dinner two days ahead of time and just put it in the oven when I took the bird out. Everyone at the dinner raved the most about how good the bread pudding was.
It is the most delicious bread pudding I ever taste
11/23/2007 at 03:35pm
User: May from Walnut, CA User Rating:
Was easy and very good!
made a few adjustments
11/20/2007 at 03:46pm
User: missy from burlington , NC User Rating:
i thought what a great idea when i read this recipe. i decided to make a half a recipe but in error used the full amount of sugar, it was perfect. instead of raisins i used cranberries and i soaked them in orange liquor to plump them up some. i also added a little orange zest to the egg mixture. everyone raved!
fabulous
11/09/2007 at 08:34am
User: Lory from Monroe, NY User Rating:
I never made bread pudding before. It was easy and you can really adjust to half size easily. Thank you. Lory- Monroe,ny
best bread pudding ever!!!!!!!
10/28/2007 at 12:16am
User: Julie from maxwelton, WV User Rating:
This is amazing!! My mother and grandmother couldn't get enough of it they had it finished in 3 days! my store didn't have very big croissants so i used 10 small ones. I tore the croissants into big chunks instead of slicing them. The texture was perfect! Everyone should try this recipe. Tip: Cut back on the sugar by about 1/4 cup and melt 6 oz. of white chocolate into the half&half before mixing in the rest of the ingredients.
Easy Prep with Decadent Flavors
08/05/2007 at 11:49am
User: Mirelis from Fairfield, NJ User Rating:
Over and over again, my guest are always in awe of this desserts. The rich decadent flavor makes them think it was complex to make, but all you really have to invest is the time to bake it because the prep time is super simple. And my family likes it best when I make it a day in advance and allow to chill overnight so it's also perfect for entertaining when you know you'll be busy the day of the party, but want to get started the day before.
Rich comfort food
08/04/2007 at 06:56pm
User: Amy from Miami, FL User Rating:
Very easy, very decadent. I would pick higher quality croissants next time as their flavor is still quite evident and I used chopped bittersweet chocolate instead of raisins... definite hit with the family.
The Best
08/03/2007 at 10:55pm
User: Madeline from Gloster, MS User Rating:
I made this for a church supper. What at hit!! It beat out the fried chicken, and in Mississippi thats BIG.
N'Awlins Couldn't Do It Better!!
06/17/2007 at 04:12pm
User: Phyl from Stow, OH User Rating:
I'm a huge bread pudding fan, and this one did not disappoint. I made it for a friend of mine from New Orleans -- he said it was the best he had ever had. Very easy and delicious!!!
Yummy!
06/12/2007 at 05:24pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was fabulous!! My brother even asked to take the leftovers (which is a HUGE compliment)!!!
Fabulous and Easy!
06/03/2007 at 06:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I searched high and low but could not find an oval dish. Used a rectangular pyrex dish and it was a-ok. Recipe is super easy and beyond delicious.
Really delicious
05/15/2007 at 05:04pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
it was a simple and fast great tasting dish. i make it all the time for my family. they always enjoy it.
Oh So Yummy!
05/08/2007 at 08:15pm
User: Christa from Salem, OR User Rating:
This is my second Ina dessert and it is very good and rich. A little goes along way but everyone enjoyed it. The recipe makes a large amount compared to how rich it is.
Just Fabulous!
03/13/2007 at 09:27pm
User: Diego from Miami, FL User Rating:
This bread pudding was amazing. The funny part is that it only gets better the more days in the fridge. I recommend this to make this with a rum vanilla drizzle.
One guest had a third helping!!!
01/30/2007 at 12:14pm
User: ANDREA from lumberton, NJ User Rating:
My husband and I made this for Christmas dinner this year. It was our first time hosting and let me tell you..company went nuts for this dish. Thanks so much for helping to make us shine!!!
YUMMO!!
01/27/2007 at 09:32pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love this pudding it has a lot of calories that is why I only do it or special occasions but they are great I use the Costco Croissant which are perfect for this
Bread pudding
01/25/2007 at 05:45pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Easy and never fail. Everyone loves it.
ok
01/18/2007 at 08:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
it was ok, but too heavy
Simply delicious
01/18/2007 at 08:40am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Simply delicious and easy to make. I have taken the bread pudding to a number of events and everyone asks for the receipe. What better recommendation can you get?
unbelievable!!
01/11/2007 at 09:46pm
User: zeeve from Syracuse, NY User Rating:
I love you Ina! You are my Idol! This bread pudding was a huge hit in my house. I served it few times around the holidays, I took it to work. Everybody is asking for this recipe. Just a perfect combination of texture and taste! You are a five star lady all around! Thank god you left the white house!
Amen
01/08/2007 at 12:15pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the best bread pudding I have ever ate or made. It was so good that my Dad ate his before everyone else at the table. My dad does not eat deserts. Will make this again.
Out of this world!!!
01/07/2007 at 09:41pm
User: Andrea from Belleville, NJ User Rating:
My friend switched the raisins for dried cherries and oh my god it was absolutely sinfull !! One of the best desserts if not the best desserts I've ever had! :-)
Yum!
01/07/2007 at 11:32am
User: Ellen from Spring, TX User Rating:
My husband is from New Orleans so he considers himself a bread pudding expert. His mother's bread pudding recipe is, of course, his favorite! BUT. . . this one, in his words, is a close second!!!
Best Bread Pudding Ever!!!
01/01/2007 at 11:28pm
User: Marcus from Decatur, GA User Rating:
Ina strikes again. I've tried several of her recipes now and they've all turned out AMAZING! I'll be cooking Barefoot Contessa recipes for the rest of 2007. Thanks Ina.., don't ever go away and keep creating the delicious recipes.
Delicious & Easy
01/01/2007 at 04:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was wonderful! My husband is a big fan of bread pudding, but I usually don't want to make it because it is so time-consuming. This recipe has turned me around. It was fast and easy but there was no sacrifice of flavor. I did substitute whole eggs in place of the whole egg/egg yolk combination, but the custard still worked perfectly. Do try this!
Excellent
01/01/2007 at 03:34pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is the best bread pudding ever. I have made it a few times. I did not use the raisens since Im not a big fan of them but instead I used dried cranberries one time, another time I used dried cherries(which were sweeter than the cranberries.) And then I added mini chocolate chips with the dried cherries. My favorite was the chocolate and cherries. My next one I will try dried apricots. I suggest not to cook it too long after you remove foil or the top will become hard. This recipe is WONDERFUL! Everyone loves it!!!!
The Best
12/31/2006 at 11:14am
User: Donna from Greensboro, NC User Rating:
I had never had bread pudding before making this and I don't think I'll ever need to try another recipe. This turned out so great! I did omit the raisins as I just don't like them, other than that some nutmeg and cinnamon. I took this to work about a month ago and it was a huge hit, people are still asking for more:)
i love it
12/30/2006 at 02:21am
User: triny from HOLLYWOOD, CA User Rating:
I made this dessert for christmas and everybody loved it!!! its so delicious, thanks you Ina por this great recipe!
Luscious
12/29/2006 at 11:03pm
User: Nathan from Overland Park, KS User Rating:
I made this with 5 croissants that were not stale, and I made it in a smaller casserole dish, but it still came out great! Every bite melts in your mouth, it lasted in the fridge for a week, and the raisins made it even better!
Excellent
12/29/2006 at 04:37pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I love this recipe and have made it several times since seeing Ina make it on television. The recipe is perfect as printed as is the cooking time. I really dislike people who write "pretend" reviews --- and why in the world would any reviewer joke about a partner who had a heart attack shortly after eating this recipe. What an unthinking and uncaring person.
It reminds me of grandma's bread pudding
12/28/2006 at 11:53pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is an easy and delicious recipe. I would add additional raisins next time for a little added sweetness.
Great
12/28/2006 at 12:31am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
We had this on Christmas and everyone loved it! I used a sugar substitute and it still came out perfectly.
Phenomenal
12/27/2006 at 08:44pm
User: TANYA from Burlington, KY User Rating:
Ina remarked on her show when she asks her guests their favorite dessert they always reply Croissant Bread Pudding. Once you try this recipe you will know why! I made this on Christmas for my family and friends. No one could speak, in between the "MMMMMM's" and "all my god's" they were finally able to express the love for this recipe! I did use heavy cream (I did not have half and half) and added a bit of cinnamon. I absolutely recommend this recipe! It is so simple and incredibly delicious!
luscious and easy!
12/27/2006 at 02:06pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
The custard tastes divine and the recipe is so easy! The only challenging part is putting aside enough time to make it and buying enough eggs. This was a big hit at the holiday dinner.
terrific and simple
12/26/2006 at 07:45pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I added dried cherriers and dark chocolate chips instead--it was great. Tried again with raspberry jelly and chocolate chips--also good.
Always a hit!
12/26/2006 at 01:24pm
User: Amy from Plymouth, MI User Rating:
I've made this recipe the last two years for Christmas and received many compliments both times! Last year I had just had a baby which didn't leave me much time to prepare food for the holidays. This recipe was so simple and delicious...it made me feel like I was still able to make a contribution to the celebration without spending a lot of time.
Great for brunch
12/25/2006 at 11:22pm
User: RENEE from Lake Balboa, CA User Rating:
but too rich after a big dinner. I made it exactly as written and it is delicious.But it tasted like sweet scrambled eggs or French toast. So I will serve this for earlier meals, and try it with less eggs in the hope of a lighter dessert recipe.
So So GOOD
12/25/2006 at 09:45pm
User: Leanna from Apple Valley, MN User Rating:
I made this recipe with mini croissants and craisins (I don't like raisins) and it was so good. I made it for Christmas Dinner and I thought the craisins would look more festive anyways. The next time I make this I think that I will try to substitute fat free half and half for about half of the half and half, try to make it just a little bit more healthy. I will definately make this one again.
Lovely
12/25/2006 at 12:55pm
User: Tiffany from Cedar Rapids, IA User Rating:
What a delicious addition to my Christmas breakfast. Instead of raisins, I used sliced almonds with cinnamon sugar. It would be a great dessert, as well.
Sweet Pudding
12/22/2006 at 09:03pm
User: CHRIS from Los Angeles, CA User Rating:
Great recipe for custard! I tried - but perhaps the croissant wasn't as rich as it should have - but the custard is delicous.
Fattening But Delicious
12/22/2006 at 05:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This is out of this world good. So easy to make. It has become a family favorite.
Kids_loved_it
12/22/2006 at 03:26pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
My kids want me to make this over and over.
Delightfully delicious dessert
12/20/2006 at 11:21pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
One of the most delictable bread puddings I have ever served at my Wednesday night bridge party. Unfortunately, my otherwise robust partner suffered a heart attack after shortly after consuming the bread pudding. Was this just a coincidence or did the eight egg yolks have something to do with it. Should asparin accompany this dessert?
delicious
12/19/2006 at 08:48pm
User: ludmila from los angeles, CA User Rating:
It was so easy and such a surprise when we ate it. Everybody loved it!
simple and delicious
12/19/2006 at 03:36pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made this for a holiday party at work and everyone loved it. They all requested the receipe!
Quick & Simple
12/17/2006 at 02:17pm
User: LISA from Portland, OR User Rating:
This the type of receipe that makes even a person that doesn't cook everyday happy. Also if you have drop-in guest this receipe will make everyone happy.
CAN'T WAIT TO TRY
12/15/2006 at 02:59pm
User: rosemary from holland, MI User Rating:
WELL, AFTER ALL OF THESE GREAT REVIEWS, BREAD PUDDING IT IS GOING TO BE FOR OUR CHRISTMAS DESSERT. I LOVE READING THE REVIEWS AND LEARN ALOT FROM THEM. HAVE BEEN COOKING FOR 45 YRS. THE COOKING CHANNEL IS MY FAVORITE.
Absolutely Awesome!
12/11/2006 at 03:19pm
User: Tina from St. Peterbsurg, FL User Rating:
This was my first attempt at bread pudding & it was fabulous. I soaked the raisins in Bailey's Irish Cream & I also made a cream sauce to go over the top of the pudding using a little of the Bailey's. This is the best bread pudding I've ever had! Thanks Ina!
excellent bread pudding
12/11/2006 at 03:07pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
the best bread pudding i've tasted
rich and comforting
12/10/2006 at 08:35pm
User: Michelle from Arroyo Grande, CA User Rating:
My husband loves custard and bread pudding and thought this was the absolute ultimate. I typically do not like bread pudding, but really, really enjoyed this! I took others' suggestions and used golden raisins and some roughly chopped pecans, then served the warm pudding with rum whipped cream... TOO GOOD!
Yummy
12/08/2006 at 03:37pm
User: kathy from san antonio, TX User Rating:
This is so easy to make and so very yummy!!!!! I have made bread pudding for many years and this one is the best. Taste like a bread pudding I had as a little girl. LOVED IT. Ina Garten is wonderful, I love her shows because she is so soft spoken and her love for her friends, family and especially Jeffery is so inspiring. Love you, Ina,
The Best Bread Pudding!!!
12/02/2006 at 10:41pm
User: Elizabeth from Quincy, MA User Rating:
I have made this several times now to rave reviews. Everyone just loves it!!
Wonderful and Easy!!!!!
11/24/2006 at 08:20am
User: Evelyn from Upper Darby, PA User Rating:
I made this yesterday for Thanksgiving and it was so good.It was easy to make and tasted devine.It comes out so light and fluffy.I added cinnamon and nutmeg and it was perfect.The best bread pudding I ever had.
SIMPLY THE BEST
11/21/2006 at 12:41am
User: Doreen from moreno valley, CA User Rating:
THIS WAS EASY AND SO GOOD, IT IS MY NEW THANKSGIVING DESERT AND OF COURSE PUMPKIN PIE....
The BEST
10/27/2006 at 03:44pm
User: carol from wappingers falls, NY User Rating:
Hi...I have to say this is by far the best recipe for bread pudding I have ever had..my hubby and family drive me crazy to make this all the time...I have made many in my day but this is just the best ever..my grandma would be so pleased with me...keep those recipes coming....Thank You
Out of this world!
01/02/2006 at 05:51pm
User: Lorna from Pleasant Valley, NY User Rating:
This was so good that I will be making this one again and again!!
Bread pudding gone decadent
01/01/2006 at 08:14pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Amazing. The texture was creamy, fluffy and over the top (but that's Ina for you). I added a pinch of cinnamon inbetween the layers and was glad I did. The rum whipped cream should not be missed for the final touch. Delicious and was a big hit at New Year's Brunch.
OH MY GOD!
12/31/2005 at 09:22pm
User: MEREDITH from Sutton, VT User Rating:
This recipe is terrific. Just amazing. I made it tonight and cannot stop eating it. I did add some cinnamon and some pecans (instead of raisins, not a raisin fan. This recipe is basically foolproof and I halved it because I was only making it for two of us. It is amazing, if you want to WOW your guests make this.
Fabulously wonderfull!
12/31/2005 at 01:50pm
User: DAENA from yuma, AZ User Rating:
I love bread pudding and this was the best I've tasted and actually the first I've made. I did add cinnimon (spelling wrong I'm sure) and nutmeg which gave the pudding a wonderful flavor. I made this for Christmas this year and I barely had any left for myself to eat. It's good warm, room temp and eaten right out of the fridge cold. Will make again for sure.
Delicious!
12/31/2005 at 01:18pm
User: Adriana from Dobbs Ferry, NY User Rating:
This is an easy and delicious recipe. I am not much of a cook, but this made me look really good!! It's a good looking desert and yummy.
very good
12/29/2005 at 12:00pm
User: Michelle from Boyds, MD User Rating:
This eas easy to prepare, I left out the raisins added nutmeg and used 7 whole eggs because I did not have eleven eggs on hand and it turned out great and very similar to my great grandmother's bread pudding which I loved.
Bread Pudding
12/28/2005 at 10:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Very good. Will make it again.
wonderful!
12/27/2005 at 09:44am
User: Aimee from Suwanee, GA User Rating:
Very easy to make and it was yummy!!
Perfect for holiday dessert!
12/27/2005 at 09:02am
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Thanks, Ina. I made this bread pudding 3 times now and all my friends were asking for the recipe. They love it! Also, I'm Asian and am always confused what to bring to my new Irish in-laws' gatherings. So when I brought this dessert I think they love me now. :) Thanks!
Perfecto!
12/25/2005 at 11:27pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I don't like bread pudding but this recipe has changed my mind. Everyone went crazy when I served this dish.
Divine
12/25/2005 at 06:03pm
User: DAVID from Denver, CO User Rating:
I made this for Christmas and everyone went crazy. It's certainly not for the faint of heart (I can't imagine the fat and cholestrol)but, hey, it's the holidays! I thought the custard needed more flavor so I added about a tsp. of cinnamon and 1/2 tsp. of fresh grated nutmeg - the fragrance perfumed the whole house. Served it with a healthy drizzle of homemade caramel sauce. It's soooo easy and easily eclipsed the rest of my labor intensive holiday feast.
So easy!
12/25/2005 at 01:27pm
User: Carolyn from Newnan, GA User Rating:
This recipe was very simple to prepare. I used a 9x13 pan instead of the 10x15 and also substituted dried apricots for the raisins. Turned out excellent!
Best Ever Bread Pudding
12/23/2005 at 06:20pm
User: Dennis from Fork Union, VA User Rating:
Just tried this recipe (added craisins and chopped pecans), and it turned out perfect, probably the best bread pudding I've ever had. It's so rich that a sauce isn't required. I served it with ice cream and whipped cream.
THE BEST Bread Pudding EVER!
12/20/2005 at 08:19pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have made this several times in the past year and a half and everyone says it THE best bread pudding they have had. So I will keep making. I even get requests for it - especially at Christmas parties.
Best Bread Pudding Ever
12/19/2005 at 01:00pm
User: Tina from Folsom, CA User Rating:
This has got to be the best bread pudding I've ever tasted! Your sure to impress anyone who tries it!
not over the top
12/19/2005 at 12:29am
User: CYNTHIA from San Jose, CA User Rating:
I really like Ina's cooking, but this could have been better. I used high quality ingredients and it cooked up just as described. I would use one to two fewer croissants if I tried again. we would have liked more custard instead of having every last drop soaked into the bread. It is best served very warm. A solid OK.
BREAD PUDDING
12/18/2005 at 05:47pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
EXCELLENT AS USUAL INA!!!
perfect comfort food!
12/18/2005 at 02:44pm
User: jenny from san diego, CA User Rating:
I made this for My Christmas party and it was gone in a snap. It was very good and easy to make. My Mom made a vanilla sauce to go with it which made it good too.
if you don't like bread pudding this is for you
12/12/2005 at 12:23pm
User: Tanya from Catlett, VA User Rating:
I grew up having bread pudding served aii the time. I really hated it.This is nothing like it. This is great. I have to say I used white raisins not the usual dark ones. I've been making this for two years and I never have any leftover. Its a big hit everytime
Missing ingredient?
12/11/2005 at 01:05am
User: gillian from watsonville, CA User Rating:
Cookies were very hard. More like a dog biscuit. I thought the cookies were missing an ingredient. I would be interested to know. But I did think they would make great Christmas Tree Decorations.
Fantastic
12/10/2005 at 05:05pm
User: Gail from Escondido, CA User Rating:
This recipe is soooo simple to make and it was absolutley delicious. I made it for Christmas Day last year and everyone in my family loved it. It's our new holiday tradition and I will be making it again this year.
Croissant Bread Pudding from Ina Garten
01/05/2005 at 11:00pm
User: TERESA from Chatsworth, CA User Rating:
Simply Yummy!
Everyone loved it.
01/05/2005 at 07:07pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I made it for friends, and everyone loved it and wanted the recipe.
Easy and Delicious.....Ya gotta love it!
01/03/2005 at 01:18pm
User: CHERYL from Amsterdam, NY User Rating:
I made this for a party at work and everybody wanted the recipe! It was very easy to make and delicious. I wouldn't have it too often though, it's not exactly figure friendly!!
Croissant Bread Pudding
01/02/2005 at 10:42pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This was fabulous! I made it for Christmas and my entire family raved (even my uncle, who is a pastry chef)! I served it with a fresh strawberry sauce and it was delicious. Perfect for a holiday.
comfort food
01/02/2005 at 04:01pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
Made this recipe for a New Year's Eve party pot luck supper. Most guests were seniors and many of British background. They said it was the best they had tasted and the husbands wanted to know why their wives didn't make Bread Pudding anymore. Dessert was EASY to make and tasted fantastic!!!!
So Easy and So Good
01/02/2005 at 03:34pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I have made this dessert twice and have had absolutely no problems. It bakes into this glorious puff pastry that is thankfully not as sweet as the typical holiday dessert. I serve it with a hot rum sauce.
Voila
01/02/2005 at 01:29am
User: VI from Fairfax, VA User Rating:
Most delicious bread pudding recipe i've had. Extremely simple. Just Mix and pour and Bake and Voila. Don't omit the raisins. They give amazing texture and sweetness.
Decadant Christmas Feast Hit
01/01/2005 at 10:53pm
User: KAREN from Lynnwood, WA User Rating:
We have a few bread pudding lovers in this family, and so I took the plunge and decided to present this recipe instead of the old "pumpkin pie" standby. The ease of preperation helped immensely in a day filled with other tasks. I was able to prepare it in the morning and store until cook time.Once the turkey was out, we popped the Bread Pudding in, and it cooked a little shy of the recipe time, apx. 70 minutes(my oven runs a little hotter than some). The texture and the taste, perfect. I also added a little a little mixture of spices (cinnamon, fresh nutmeg, all spice) to add just a hint of christmas spice. Needless to say, the bread pudding won everyone over, and the little pumpkin pie I had "just in case", went un-touched.
Complete disaster
12/30/2004 at 04:29pm
User: SUSAN from Mt. Pleasant, SC User Rating:
I planned this recipe for my Christmas Special for the family and it's a bummer. There must be a mistake in the cooking time. It was touch and inedible Susan Reardon Charleston, SC
Croissant Bread Pudding
12/28/2004 at 06:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
EXCELLENT!
OH MY
12/28/2004 at 12:41pm
User: DEVONA from Allen, TX User Rating:
Boy was this simple to prepare and very good. It was a big hit.
Pleasure
12/28/2004 at 08:23am
User: SUSAN from Phoenix, AZ User Rating:
Served Christmas Day, everybody loved it.
Fantastic Recipe
12/27/2004 at 01:32pm
User: TIM from Newark, CA User Rating:
My Mum has made bread pudding for years. But nothing like this. It was very easy to prepare and extremely light. I added a little scotch to mine..The flavor and texture were truly delicious...
Simply Awesome and Delicious!
12/26/2004 at 09:42am
User: DONNA from Farmingdale, NY User Rating:
Wow, this was great bread pudding. Everyone just raved about how delicious it was, even the kids loved it. I used cranraisins instead of regular raisins and it turned out pretty with the red color. This is definitely a keeper.
Wonderful
12/25/2004 at 05:03pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
This bread pudding was so light and delicious! Everyone had seconds! Great and easy to make!
Decadent and elegant
12/21/2004 at 08:23pm
User: CHRISTINA from Hartsdale, NY User Rating:
Perfect for a special dinner party. Subsitute white chocolate morsels if you're not a raisin fan. Everyone will rave...
Superb Hit`
12/19/2004 at 02:34pm
User: MITCH from Houston, TX User Rating:
This was a superb hit with everyone who tried it. I altered the recipe just a bit by using dried cranberries instead of raisins (I'm not a raisin fan) and it was very tasty.
AN EASY WINNER
12/14/2004 at 11:51pm
User: ELAINE from pottstown, PA User Rating:
THANKS AGAIN INA FOR ANOTHER GREAT RECIPIE. THIS WAS NOT ONLY EASY TO MAKE BUT WAS DELICIOUS AS WELL. CREAMY AND SWEET-A NICE COMFORTING DESSERT.
Great way to use up leftovers!
12/11/2004 at 08:39am
User: BETH from indianapolis, IN User Rating:
I made this because I had a crate of croissants leftover from Sam's Club that I knew would spoil. I only had cream on hand, so I used it in place of half and half. What a great surprise! Thanks, Contessa!
Delicious..
12/05/2004 at 07:14pm
User: DAWN from Jersey City, NJ User Rating:
One of the best bread puddings I've ever tasted.. and the recipe was very easy to follow...
Delightful
12/01/2004 at 12:40pm
User: SANDRA from Wetumpka, AL User Rating:
Absolutely wonderfully light and lip smacking good. I love bread pudding and make it as often as possible. But this is the best I have ever tasted, including my own recipe. The bread you use does make a difference. Sandra Wetumpka, AL
bread pudding
11/30/2004 at 05:38pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
this recipe is very erasy to prepare. We all loved it.Iam going to use this one often Claeson
Go all the way
11/29/2004 at 10:52pm
User: Anonymous User Rating:
I am slowly learning how to cook things other than what comes from a box. I was pleased it worked the first try. Dont let all the half and half and eggs frighten you. This is the best bread pudding, period. I dont care for rasins so I decrease the amount and added some nuts. I also did not put all the sugar in. Nutmeg also goes well along with just a little vanilla. Wonderful basic recipe that can be changed for personal taste. I want her new cookbook for Chirstmas!
Easy & Amazing
11/26/2004 at 02:53pm
User: ADRIAN from troy, MI User Rating:
This recipe is soo easy and very amazing. It looks great, smells great, and tastes even better. Everyone was very impressed!!!
Out of this World
11/26/2004 at 01:26pm
User: ROBIN from Lancaster, OH User Rating:
This recipe is so easy and fail safe. Everyone asks for it and there is NEVER any left. The best bread pudding I have ever eaten.
Fabulous
11/26/2004 at 12:34am
User: MICHELLE from Henderson, KY User Rating:
I have never liked bread pudding, until I tried this last year at Christmas. It is now a must during the holidays.