Savory Croissant Bread Pudding with Bacon and Gruyere

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. 2

   Slice the butter croissants into 1-inch pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

4. 4

   Pour the egg mixture over the croissant pieces and gently toss to coat. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the croissants to absorb the liquid.

5. 5

   While the croissants are soaking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.

6. 6

   Add the crumbled bacon, grated Gruyere cheese, and chopped chives to the croissant mixture. Gently fold to combine.

7. 7

   Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

9. 9

   Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your savory croissant bread pudding!