Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake that Everyone Loves!
This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake combines buttery, flaky croissants with rich chocolate chips in a custard-like bake. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy weekend breakfast, it’s an indulgent treat that’s easy to make and impresses everyone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
6 large croissants (preferably day-old)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and spread evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the croissant pieces, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissant and chocolate layers. Gently press down on the croissant pieces to ensure they soak up the custard mixture.
- Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes so the croissant pieces can absorb the liquid.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let the bake cool for a few minutes before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
Use day-old croissants for best results as they absorb the custard better.
Substitute chocolate chips with fresh fruits like berries or bananas for a lighter version.
Add a teaspoon of cinnamon for a spiced variation.
Use almond milk or another non-dairy milk for a dairy-free version.
Can be made ahead by prepping the night before and baking in the morning.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or microwave for 30-60 seconds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
