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Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast

Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake You'll Love

This Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake combines flaky croissants and gooey chocolate for a breakfast treat you'll adore.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 6 croissants day-old croissants Use for best texture
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Opt for quality chocolate
  • 2 cups whole milk Can be substituted with almond milk
  • 4 large eggs Essential for custard binding
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt A pinch is sufficient to balance sweetness
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For dusting before serving
  • 1 cup fresh berries or whipped cream Enhance dish with these garnishes

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Slice the day-old croissants into 1-inch pieces and scatter them evenly in the prepared baking dish, sprinkling semi-sweet chocolate chips between the layers.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together whole milk, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully combined.
  4. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissant slices, pressing down gently. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and the custard sets, covering loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
  6. Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving warm with berries or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old croissants for better texture. Skipping the resting time can lead to uneven soaking. Monitor baking time to prevent dryness.

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