Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the ultimate brunch treat with this Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake. This delightful casserole transforms classic buttery croissants into a rich, mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy weekend mornings. Featuring melty chocolate chips nestled between layers of golden croissants, all enveloped in a creamy custard, every bite is a luscious experience. Effortlessly prepared and make-ahead friendly, this bake promises to impress your guests without the stress. Serve it warm, dusted with powdered sugar and accompanied by fresh berries or whipped cream for an added touch of elegance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 large croissants (preferably day-old), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 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
- Fresh berries or whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer croissant pieces evenly in the baking dish and sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the croissants and gently press down to soak.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes to enhance flavor absorption.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg