Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding Recipe Recipe

Rich, indulgent, and bursting with flavor, this Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding is the ultimate comfort dessert. Made with buttery chocolate-filled croissants, soaked dried cherries, and a luscious vanilla custard, every bite is a perfect balance of creamy, chocolatey, and fruity goodness. Baked to perfection and topped with crunchy sliced almonds, this warm and cozy treat is ideal for special occasions or a luxurious weekend indulgence. Serve it fresh from the oven with a drizzle of chocolate sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience!

Two chocolate-filled croissants from your favorite bakery will do. But make your purchase a day in advance so the croissants become slightly stale and less leaden in the pudding.

Add dried cherries, soaked in kirsch, a clear cherry brandy, along with sliced almonds. If mom really loves chocolate (though not as well as you, of course), stir a handful of chocolate chips into the mixture.

The Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding may be assembled a day in advance, refrigerated and baked an hour before serving.

Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding Recipe

    Prep Time: 10 minutes

    Cook time: 60 minutes

    Yield: Serves 2 to 4

Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding Recipe Ingredients

    1/4 cup dried, sweetened cherries

    2 tablespoons kirsch

    2 eggs, beaten

    1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

    1 cup heavy cream

    1 cup milk

    1/2 cup sugar

    1/4 teaspoon salt

    2 large chocolate-filled croissants, torn into bite-size pieces (about 4 cups)

    1/4 cup sliced almonds

Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding Recipe Directions

    Combine cherries and kirsch in a cup. Set aside for 10 minutes for cherries to soak.

    Meanwhile combine eggs, vanilla, cream, milk, sugar and salt in a bowl. Stir in cherries and kirsch. Add croissants and mix well.

    Immediately pour into a well-buttered 2- to 3-quart glass baking dish. Sprinkle almonds on top. Bake in preheated 325-degree oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until pudding is set.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

    Uses chocolate-filled croissants for an extra indulgent twist.

    Soaked dried cherries add a sweet and tart flavor.

    Perfect for special occasions or a comforting weekend treat.

    Can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Serving & Storage Tips

    Store leftover bread pudding in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    To reheat, microwave for 30 seconds or warm in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10 minutes.

    For extra indulgence, drizzle warm chocolate sauce or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Note: Refrigerate the remaining Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding. Heat for 30 seconds in the microwave to warm before serving. For sumptuous excess, drizzle chocolate sauce over the warm leftovers.

Each Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding serving (1 of 4) has: 565 calories, 55 grams total fat; 9 grams protein; 50 grams carbohydrates; 212 milligrams cholesterol; 320 milligrams sodium and 0.5 grams dietary fiber.

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Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding Recipe | Decadent & Irresistible

Indulge in this rich and decadent Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding, made with chocolate-filled croissants, dried cherries, and a creamy custard base.

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