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A close-up square slice of a golden brown Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake served on a white plate, showing layers of flaky croissant, melted chocolate chips, and creamy vanilla custard.

Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake

This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake is a decadent and easy make-ahead brunch dish featuring buttery croissants, rich chocolate, and a creamy custard base. It’s like a mix between bread pudding and a chocolate croissant — indulgent and irresistible!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 croissants day-old preferred, torn into large pieces
  • 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark
Custard Mixture
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Topping
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Arrange torn croissant pieces evenly in the dish and sprinkle chocolate chips over them.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants, pressing lightly to help absorb. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown, and custard is set.
  5. Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and serve warm. Optionally drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce.

Notes

For extra richness, use chocolate-filled croissants instead of plain ones. This dish can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning for an easy holiday or brunch treat.