Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the ultimate morning treat with the Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake. This delightful casserole features buttery croissants soaked in a rich custard, studded with melty chocolate chips, creating a luxurious breakfast experience that everyone will love. Perfect for special occasions or lazy weekend brunches, this easy-to-make dish fills your home with an irresistible aroma and guarantees to impress family and friends alike. Serve it warm, dusted with powdered sugar, alongside 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: Breakfast
- 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
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Fresh berries or whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer croissant pieces in the dish and sprinkle chocolate chips over them.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard over the croissants and gently press down to soak.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serve warm with berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg