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Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake Recipe

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  • Author: Andria
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake is a decadent and comforting morning treat that combines flaky croissants, rich semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a sweet custard-like egg mixture baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a weekend brunch or special occasion, it’s easy to prepare and loved by everyone.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 6 large croissants, preferably day-old
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Custard Mixture

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Topping

  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
  2. Prepare Croissants: Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and evenly distribute them in the prepared baking dish to create a base layer.
  3. Add Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the croissant pieces to add bursts of rich chocolate in each bite.
  4. Mix Custard: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissant and chocolate layers, then gently press down on the croissant pieces to help them soak up the custard fully.
  6. Soak: Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the croissants to absorb the liquid and become soft and custardy.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is set, indicating the bake is done.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bake to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar if desired for an elegant finishing touch.

Notes

  • For added warmth and depth of flavor, add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to the egg mixture before baking.
  • You can customize the recipe by substituting the chocolate chips with fresh fruit like berries or sliced bananas for a fresher twist.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chocolate Croissant Bake, Breakfast Bake, Chocolate Breakfast Casserole, Croissant Breakfast, Sweet Breakfast Casserole

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