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A freshly baked chocolate croissant morning bake on a rustic wooden platter, with flaky layers visible and melted chocolate oozing out.

Sweet Awakening: Decadent Chocolate Croissant Morning Bake

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Start your day with our decadent Chocolate Croissant Morning Bake, a luscious combination of flaky croissants, gooey chocolate, and a creamy custard. Perfect for special mornings or weekend brunches, this easy-to-make breakfast casserole elevates your morning with rich flavors and irresistible textures.

  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 8 fresh or day-old croissants, sliced into pieces
  • 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups of whole milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • Optional toppings: powdered sugar, whipped cream, or fresh berries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. Arrange the sliced croissants evenly in the dish.
  2. Sprinkle the chocolate chips generously over the croissant pieces.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined. Pour the custard evenly over the croissants and chocolate.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

Notes

  • Use day-old croissants for better absorption of the custard.
  • Feel free to substitute dark chocolate or add nuts for extra texture.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying sugar quantity to taste.
  • Layer croissants and chocolate evenly for consistent bites.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 380 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 22 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 105 mg