Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of the Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake, a delightful dish that perfectly balances rich chocolate and buttery croissants. This easy-to-make breakfast bake is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weekend brunches, bringing smiles to every table. With its mouthwatering layers of chocolatey goodness and custard-soaked croissants, it’s a treat everyone will love. Plus, the option to prepare it the night before makes it an ideal choice for busy mornings. Dust it with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries or whipped cream for an eye-catching presentation that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
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 oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer croissant pieces in the dish and sprinkle chocolate chips over them.
- In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Pour custard mixture over croissants, gently pressing down to soak.
- Optional: Let sit for 10-15 minutes to absorb more custard.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving warm with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg