Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy family breakfast, this easy-to-make dish features buttery croissants soaked in a rich custard mixture and studded with melty chocolate chips. Just imagine waking up to the delightful aroma of sweet chocolate and flaky pastry filling your kitchen. With minimal prep and cleanup, this bake is an ideal choice for busy mornings or leisurely brunches with loved ones. Plus, it’s easily customizable—add fruits, nuts, or even spices to create your perfect version. Enjoy every bite of this decadent treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 large croissants (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Fresh berries or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cut croissants into 1-inch pieces and layer them in the prepared dish.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the croissant layers.
- In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants and gently press down to soak.
- Let it sit for 10–15 minutes (optional).
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 160g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 140mg