Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake, a luxurious yet easy-to-make dish that transforms buttery croissants into a delightful centerpiece for any brunch or dessert gathering. Featuring layers of flaky croissants and melty chocolate chips enveloped in a creamy custard, this bake offers an unforgettable combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for cozy family mornings or festive occasions, this dish can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the rich flavors to meld overnight. Serve it warm with fresh berries or a light dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- 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
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Fresh berries, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer croissant pieces in the baking 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 and gently press down with a spatula.
- Allow to soak for 10–15 minutes (optional) before baking.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg