Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake, a delightful fusion of buttery croissants and rich chocolate chips enveloped in a creamy custard. This easy-to-make dish transforms classic croissants into an irresistible breakfast casserole that’s perfect for brunch, special occasions, or a cozy treat on a lazy weekend. With minimal prep time and make-ahead convenience, this bake is designed to impress everyone at your table. Serve it warm with fresh berries or whipped cream for an extra touch of decadence and enjoy its luxurious flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer croissant pieces evenly in the baking dish and sprinkle chocolate chips over them.
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
- Pour the custard mixture over the croissants and gently press down with a spatula.
- Let the mixture sit for 10–15 minutes to absorb the custard.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serve warm with berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg