Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake, a perfect union of buttery croissants and gooey chocolate chips enveloped in a creamy custard. This easy-to-make casserole is ideal for brunch gatherings, cozy family breakfasts, or an indulgent dessert. With its warm flavors and comforting texture, this dish is guaranteed to impress your guests and make any occasion feel special. Simply prepare it the night before, pop it in the oven in the morning, and serve warm with whipped cream or fresh berries for an unforgettable treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 large day-old croissants
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer cut croissants in the dish and sprinkle chocolate chips over them.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Pour custard over croissants and press gently to soak.
- Allow to sit for 10–15 minutes before baking for 45–50 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve with berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the bake (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg