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Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake

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Eggs in the custard provide high-quality protein and essential nutrients like choline and vitamin D, helping to balance this indulgent breakfast with nutritional value.
Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake

Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake

Recipe by Daily Disher

This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake transforms mini chocolate croissants into a luxurious bread pudding-style dish soaked in vanilla custard and loaded with chocolate chips for breakfast that tastes like dessert.

Course: BrunchCuisine: FrenchDifficulty: Easy
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Servings

8

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

350

kcal

45

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 5 mini chocolate croissants

    • 4 large eggs

    • 1 cup milk

    • 1/2 cup heavy cream

    • 1/2 cup sugar

    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

    • 1 cup chocolate chips

    Directions

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
    • Cut the mini chocolate croissants into bite-sized pieces and evenly spread them in the prepared baking dish.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
    • Pour the egg mixture over the croissant pieces, ensuring all pieces are well soaked with the liquid mixture.
    • Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top of the soaked croissants, pressing them slightly into the mixture.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the mixture is set.
    • Let the bake cool for a few minutes before serving, allowing it to firm up slightly for easier slicing.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 350kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    Elevate your brunch game with this Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake that takes buttery, flaky croissants to the next level. The rich custard soaks into every layer while extra chocolate chips add pockets of melty goodness throughout. It’s incredibly easy to assemble yet looks and tastes like something from a fancy bakery café—perfect for special occasions, holiday mornings, or whenever you want to treat yourself and your loved ones to something truly special.

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