Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake

Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour to overnight refrigeration plus 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

The Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake combines flaky buttery croissants with rich melty chocolate and a creamy custard made from eggs and heavy cream. Baked to a golden perfection, this indulgent breakfast or brunch centerpiece is easy to prepare, perfect for gatherings, and versatile enough to customize with various add-ins or substitutions.

Ingredients

Scale

Croissant Layer

  • 6 day-old or fresh buttery croissants

Chocolate Layer

  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or chunks

Custard Mixture

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Croissants: Tear croissants into bite-sized pieces and layer them evenly in a buttered baking dish, covering the entire base for an even bake.
  2. Add the Chocolate: Sprinkle chocolate chips or broken chocolate pieces generously between the croissant chunks so every bite contains melty chocolate.
  3. Whisk the Custard: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and slightly frothy to ensure even baking.
  4. Pour and Soak: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants and chocolate, pressing gently to allow the custard to soak into every nook and cranny.
  5. Refrigerate (Optional): Cover and refrigerate the bake for at least 1 hour or overnight for best texture and flavor melding.
  6. Bake to Golden Perfection: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.

Notes

  • Use day-old croissants to absorb custard better without becoming mushy.
  • Chill the assembled dish before baking to enhance flavor melding and custard absorption.
  • Remove from oven once custard is just set to keep the bake creamy and prevent dryness.
  • Choose high-quality chocolate for superior flavor and texture.
  • Let the bake rest for 10 minutes after baking to firm up for easier slicing.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the bake)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg

Keywords: chocolate croissant bake, breakfast casserole, brunch bake, chocolate custard bake, croissant breakfast dish, easy brunch recipe

Did you make this recipe?

Share a photo and tag us — we can't wait to see what you've made!

Find it online: https://dishesbyme.com/decadent-chocolate-croissant-breakfast-bake/