Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake, a perfect blend of buttery croissants and rich, melty chocolate. This easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a warm, inviting dish that’s perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy brunch with family or an elegant dessert after dinner. Prepare it ahead of time for a stress-free morning or serve it fresh from the oven to impress your guests. Each bite is filled with creamy custard and gooey chocolate goodness, making it a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love.
- 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), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 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 oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer croissant pieces in the baking dish, sprinkling chocolate chips over them.
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt until combined.
- Pour custard mixture over croissants, pressing down gently to soak.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes (or overnight in the fridge).
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving with berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 125mg