Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
A delicious and indulgent breakfast bake made with buttery croissants and rich chocolate, perfect for cozy weekend mornings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 large croissants (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- to taste Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Tear the croissants into bite-sized pieces and spread them evenly in the dish.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the croissant pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissant and chocolate layers, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
- Gently press down to help croissants absorb the liquid.
- Let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Don't panic when there's a little wobble in the center right out of the oven; it will set as it chills for a minute. Pressing down is not violence; it’s encouragement. For best results, use day-old croissants as they absorb liquid better.