Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake Recipe
This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake combines flaky croissants and melty chocolate chips soaked in a sweet custard, creating a warm, comforting breakfast dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or a special weekend treat.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30-35 mins
- Total Time: 45-50 mins
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 6 large croissants, preferably day-old
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Custard Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even cooking. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Croissants: Tear the croissants into bite-sized, approximately one-inch chunks. Spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish as the base layer.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips generously over the croissant pieces to create pockets of melted chocolate throughout the bake.
- Mix the Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until all ingredients are thoroughly combined to form the custard mixture.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants and chocolate chips, making sure every piece is soaked.
- Soak the Croissants: Gently press down the croissant pieces with a spatula or your hands to help them absorb the custard fully, ensuring a moist texture.
- Let it Rest: Allow the combined ingredients to sit for 10 minutes so the croissants can absorb the custard completely.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bake cool for a few minutes before slicing to help it hold its shape. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Notes
- Using day-old croissants helps them absorb the custard better without becoming too mushy.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Allowing the bake to rest before cooking improves texture and flavor infusion.
- Serve warm for the best melty chocolate experience.
- Can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning for convenience.
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