Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake Recipe
Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake, a delightful twist on the classic pastry. Buttery croissants mingle with melty chocolate chips in a luscious custard, creating a cozy casserole that’s perfect for brunch or dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Croissant Base:
- 5 large croissants (preferably day-old), cut into 1-inch pieces
Chocolate Layer:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Custard Mixture:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings:
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Fresh berries or whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer Croissants and Chocolate: Spread croissant pieces in the baking dish and sprinkle chocolate chips over and between the layers.
- Make Custard: Whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
- Soak the Croissants: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants, pressing down gently to help soak.
- Let Sit (Optional): Allow the mixture to sit for 10–15 minutes for optimal absorption.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until the top is golden and custard is set. Tent with foil if browning too quickly in the last 10–15 minutes.
- Serve: Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm with berries or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use day-old croissants for better texture.
- For a mocha flavor, add 1 tbsp espresso powder to the custard.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight for easy baking in the morning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
