Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast delight with this Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake. This scrumptious dish features buttery, flaky croissants soaked in a rich custard, filled with melty chocolate chips that create a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, this bake transforms day-old croissants into an extraordinary treat that everyone will love. Prepare it ahead of time for an effortless morning experience, and serve it warm with fresh berries or whipped cream for an unforgettable start to your day.
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer croissant pieces evenly in the baking dish, sprinkling chocolate chips over them.
- In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the custard mixture over the croissants and gently press them down to absorb the liquid.
- Let sit for 10-15 minutes if time allows for better soaking.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
- Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving warm with berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 151g)
- Calories: 338
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 162mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 82mg