Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
A delightful and easy dish that combines soft croissants with rich chocolate for a warm, cozy breakfast, perfect for special brunches or lazy weekend mornings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 large buttery croissants, cut into pieces Use day-old croissants for better absorption.
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Can substitute with coconut cream.
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Arrange croissant pieces in the dish and sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over them.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the croissants and chocolate chips, pressing the croissants down slightly to soak.
- Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and set.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
This dish is delicious on its own but can be served with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a drizzle of maple syrup. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze portions for up to a month.