Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake You’ll Crave Daily
Indulge in the bliss of this Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake. With its flaky croissant layers soaked in a creamy chocolate custard, this dish is designed to impress at any gathering, from brunches to cozy family breakfasts. The combination of semi-sweet chocolate and buttery croissants creates a rich and satisfying experience that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Easy to prepare, this delightful bake can be customized with fresh berries or whipped cream, making it the perfect centerpiece for your next celebration.
- 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
- 6 day-old croissants
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups whole milk or almond milk
- 5 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: powdered sugar, fresh berries, whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice croissants into halves or quarters and arrange in a greased baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Pour half over croissants and sprinkle with half the chocolate chips.
- Layer remaining croissant pieces on top and pour the rest of the custard mixture over them. Sprinkle with remaining chocolate chips.
- Bake for about 50 minutes or until set and golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving with optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg