Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake! This delightful dish combines buttery croissants and rich semi-sweet chocolate into a luscious breakfast treat that’s perfect for family brunches or as a sweet ending to dinner. Quick to prepare, this recipe allows you to savor the delicious aroma while it bakes, leaving you free to enjoy your morning coffee or catch up with loved ones. Plus, it’s an excellent way to use up leftover croissants, ensuring nothing goes to waste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
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).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and layer croissant pieces at the bottom. Scatter chocolate chips over them.
- In a bowl, whisk milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt until combined. Pour evenly over croissants and gently press down.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes (optional).
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serve warm with fresh berries or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg