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Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake with Flaky Layers Recipe

Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake with Flaky Layers Recipe
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This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake with Flaky Layers is a decadent and easy-to-make morning treat. Featuring day-old croissants soaked in a rich custard and studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, it bakes into a golden, custardy delight perfect for breakfast or brunch. The warm, melty chocolate combined with the flaky, buttery croissants creates an irresistible balance of flavors and textures that’s sure to please any crowd.

Ingredients

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Bakery

  • 4 large croissants, preferably day-old

Chocolate

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Custard Mixture

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Garnish

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or a nonstick spray to prevent sticking during baking.
  2. Layer Croissants: Slice the croissants into thick pieces. Arrange half of these croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish to create the first layer.
  3. Add Chocolate Chips and Second Croissant Layer: Sprinkle half of the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the first layer of croissants. Then add the remaining croissant pieces on top and sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over this second layer.
  4. Prepare Custard Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  5. Combine Custard with Croissants: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissant and chocolate layers in the baking dish. Gently press the croissants down to help them absorb the custard thoroughly.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35 minutes or until the custard is set and the top turns a lovely golden brown color.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the bake to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm to enjoy the melty chocolate and flaky croissant goodness.

Notes

  • Day-old croissants work best as they absorb the custard without becoming too soggy.
  • Use semi-sweet chocolate chips for a balanced sweetness; dark or milk chocolate can be substituted based on preference.
  • Make sure to press the croissants gently into the custard so they soak up the flavors well.
  • This bake can be prepared the night before and refrigerated overnight to enhance flavor and texture.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven or toaster oven to maintain crispness.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and heavy cream with coconut milk or plant-based cream alternatives.

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