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Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake

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Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake is a warm, gooey, and luxurious dish made with buttery croissants, rich chocolate, and sweet vanilla custard. Perfect for brunch or dessert, it’s like a cross between bread pudding and a chocolate croissant.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 6 croissants (preferably day-old), torn or sliced
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch or similar-sized baking dish.
  2. Layer the torn croissants in the baking dish, scattering chocolate chips or chunks throughout.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  4. Pour the custard evenly over the croissants, gently pressing them down to help absorb the liquid.
  5. Let the mixture sit for 10–15 minutes (or refrigerate overnight if prepping ahead).
  6. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown on top and set in the center.
  7. Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Notes

  • Add raspberries, strawberries, or swirl in Nutella for variation.
  • Sprinkle sliced almonds or coarse sugar on top for extra crunch.
  • Stale croissants soak up custard better but fresh ones can work with more soak time.
  • Substitute non-dairy milk like almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert-style treat.

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