Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in a delightful morning treat with our Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake. This easy-to-make dish transforms buttery croissants into a warm, custardy breakfast casserole that’s bursting with rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for brunches or cozy family gatherings, it brings warmth and joy to the table. With minimal prep time, this recipe allows you to impress loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen. Simply layer croissants, soak them in a creamy custard, and bake until golden brown 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: 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 lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer croissant pieces in the dish and sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over them.
- In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt until combined.
- Pour the custard mixture over the croissants, pressing gently to soak.
- Allow to sit for 10–15 minutes (optional).
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar; serve warm with berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg