Ingredients
– 4 large croissants, preferably day-old or stale
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup whole milk
– ½ cup heavy cream
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– Powdered sugar, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Creating Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake is straightforward. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Croissants: Cut the croissants into halves or quarters and layer them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
3. Add Chocolate: Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over croissants.
4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
5. Pour Mixture: Slowly pour the egg mixture over the croissants, making sure all pieces are soaked.
6. Arrange Croissants: Gently press the croissants down to ensure they absorb the mixture well.
7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
8. Cool: Once baked, allow the dish to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
9. Dust with Powdered Sugar: For an elegant touch, dust the top with powdered sugar.
10. Serve: Slice into squares, serving warm to enjoy the best flavor and texture.
With these clear instructions, you’ll have a delicious Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake ready in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 portions
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 8g