Description
Indulge in a decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake, the perfect brunch dessert and breakfast casserole that combines flaky croissants, rich chocolate, and creamy custard. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, this baked treat elevates your morning with a touch of luxury and sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large croissants, cut into chunks
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Fresh berries or whipped cream for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a medium bowl. Gradually add milk or heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Let rest for a few minutes.
- Grease a baking dish. Layer croissant chunks, sprinkling half of the chocolate chips evenly. Pour custard over croissants until fully soaked. Top with remaining chocolate chips.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until custard is set and top is golden. Broil for an additional 2 minutes for a crispy top if desired.
Notes
- Use day-old croissants for better absorption of custard.
- Add chopped nuts for extra crunch.
- Replace chocolate chips with chopped chocolate bars for a gourmet twist.
- Refrigerate assembled bake overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast,Brunch,Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg