Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

romantic Valentine's Day dessert

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 30m
Total Time: 50m
Temp.: 350 °F
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (18 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

528
Calories
22.4g
Fat
202mg
Cholesterol
652mg
Sodium
34.8g
Carbohydrate
11.5g
Protein
Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

Recipe Description

This delicious Caramel Bread Pudding for Two is one of the best Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas I’ve come across. It is a perfect serving for just two people making it the most romantic Valentine’s Day dinner dessert with no leftovers.

Start by tossing croissant pieces with melted butter. Whisk egg with sugar in a medium bowl until the sugar is dissolved and add half-and-half and vanilla. Stir in the croissant pieces and caramel. Once the croissant has absorbed the mixture, transfer it to cups. Top with buttered croissant and bake in the oven until golden.

To make Caramel Bread Pudding for Two, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat oven and prepare some cups

    5 min
    Step 1 - Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

    Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Lightly butter 2 ovenproof 6-ounce tea or coffee cups.

  2. 2

    Prepare croissant

    1 min
    Step 2 - Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

    Tear ½ a cup of croissant pieces into smaller pieces, and toss with 2 tablespoons of melted butter in a small bowl; set aside.

  3. 3

    Whisk remaining ingredients together

    2 min
    Step 3 - Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

    In a medium bowl, whisk 1 large egg with 2 tablespoons of sugar until dissolved. Whisk in ¾ cup of half-and-half and ½ a teaspoon of vanilla extract.

  4. 4

    Mix in croissants

    15 min
    Step 4 - Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

    Stir in the remaining 1-inch croissant pieces and 4 chopped caramels. Leave the mixture to absorb for about 15 minutes. Gently mix the ingredients every so often.

  5. 5

    Transfer to cups

    2 min
    Step 5 - Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

    Divide the soaked croissant mixture between the greased baking cups.

  6. 6

    Top with buttered croissant

    1 min
    Step 6 - Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

    Top each cup with half the buttered croissant pieces. Sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon of the remaining sugar.

  7. 7

    Bake

    30 min
    Step 7 - Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes until the mixture starts to puff up above the rim of the cup.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Step 8 - Caramel Bread Pudding for Two

    Leave to cool slightly and serve warm.

This Caramel Bread Pudding for Two recipe is a decadent and delicious Valentine’s dessert for two. Try it out this Valentine's Day and please come back to leave a comment below telling me what you think.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (18 reviews)
Ricky
April 12, 2025
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This Caramel Bread Pudding was a hit at our anniversary dinner! Super simple and tasted like a dream. Will make it again for sure.

Clara Wilson
March 8, 2025
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So great, I made this for my best friend and we loved it. The croissants soaked up the caramel perfectly. We felt like we were having a fancy dessert in a restaurant, but at home. A lovely way to share a treat with someone special.

Olivia
February 7, 2025
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I made this Caramel Bread Pudding for Two on my birthday last year. It was simply great—easy to follow and the flavors were divine. Perfect size for a solo treat with no waste. I'll make it again for sure.

Lindsey Adams
July 23, 2024
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I tried this Caramel Bread Pudding for Two for our anniversary. It was super simple to make and tasted heavenly! Perfect for a cozy evening.

Fiona Davis
April 3, 2024
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Superb! My husband and I made this for our anniversary, and it was perfect. The croissants soaked up the caramel beautifully and the taste was to die for. We loved sharing this intimate dessert together, and it felt so special without leftovers. Highly recommend.

Nancy
April 3, 2024
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Simple and so romantic. Loved it.

Tom
March 30, 2024
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Superb! Made this for our anniversary, loved it!

Cathy
February 5, 2024
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Loved it! Great dessert for us, especially on Valentine’s. The caramel flavor is superb and it was easy to make together. Perfect way to end our special dinner.

Karen Smith
October 15, 2023
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This Caramel Bread Pudding was superb! My husband and I made it for our anniversary, and it was so simple yet so delicious. The perfect size for two, and no leftovers to tempt us!

Karine Dubois
October 3, 2023
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J'ai récemment préparé ce pudding au pain au caramel pour un dîner romantique avec mon mari. C'était si simple et délicieux! Nous avons adoré chaque cuillerée et le fait que c'était fait juste pour deux le rendait encore plus spécial. Un moment parfait à déguster ensemble!

Fiona Smith
October 3, 2023
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Delicious! Made this for our anniversary and it was a hit. Perfectly sweet and romantic!

Xena
April 22, 2023
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I made this Caramel Bread Pudding for Two on our anniversary, and it was simply great. The instructions were easy to follow, and my husband loved it. The croissants soaked up the flavor perfectly, making it so yummy. I'll definetly make this again for a special night.

Yvette
December 10, 2022
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I made this Caramel Bread Pudding for Two for my bestie's birthday and we were blown away! It was so easy to whip up and the caramel was simply divine. Perfect for a cozy night in, just like I hoped!

Diane
July 3, 2022
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Superb. I made this caramel bread pudding for my husband on our anniversary, and he loved it. The flavors were heavenly, and it was so simple to whip up with just a few ingredients. Perfect for a special night together.

Vince
June 13, 2022
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Yo, this Caramel Bread Pudding is a game changer! My wife and I made it for our anniversary, and it was super tasty. The croissants made it soooo fluffy and the caramel? Mmm, divine! Perfectly romantic with no leftovers, just the two of us enjoyed every bite. Totally a must-try!

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