Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the ultimate treat with this Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake, a delightful combination of buttery croissants, rich chocolate chips, and creamy custard. Perfect for brunch gatherings or as a sweet dessert, this dish transforms ordinary mornings into extraordinary celebrations. With minimal prep time and the ability to be made ahead, it’s ideal for busy schedules. Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar and fresh berries for an irresistible finish that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 large day-old croissants
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cut croissants into 1-inch pieces and layer them in the baking dish; sprinkle chocolate chips over the top.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
- Pour custard mixture over croissants and gently press down to soak.
- Let sit for 10-15 minutes for optimal absorption.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown; if browning too quickly, tent with foil.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with powdered sugar and fresh berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 105mg