Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
This decadent chocolate croissant breakfast bake combines flaky croissants, rich melted chocolate, and a silky vanilla custard baked to golden perfection. It’s an indulgent yet effortless brunch dish that feels straight from a bakery café.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- measuring cups
Ingredients
- 5 large croissants, day-old, cut into chunks
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the croissant pieces evenly in the baking dish and scatter the chocolate chips throughout.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Slowly pour the custard over the croissants. Gently press down so the bread absorbs the mixture evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden and the center is set. Tent with foil if needed.
- Let the bake rest briefly. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with berries or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Day-old croissants work best for soaking up the custard. Let the mixture rest 10–15 minutes before baking for deeper flavor. Tent loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.