Description

This Indulgent Decadent Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake Delight is a luscious, comforting baked dish perfect for a special breakfast or brunch. Featuring day-old croissants soaked in a rich chocolate custard and baked to golden perfection, it combines the flakiness of croissants with gooey melted chocolate and creamy custard. Topped with powdered sugar, fresh berries, and whipped cream, it’s a perfect balance of sweet and satisfying.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

6 day-old croissants
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (substitute with dark or milk chocolate as desired)

Custard Mixture

2 cups whole milk (can substitute with almond or oat milk)
4 large eggs (consider egg substitute if needed)
1/2 cup granulated sugar (brown sugar can be used for richer flavor)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (can be replaced with almond extract)
1/4 teaspoon salt (balances sweetness)

Toppings

1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting before serving)
1 cup fresh berries (suggested for serving)
1 cup whipped cream (suggested for serving)

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Instructions

Prepare Croissants: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the day-old croissants into bite-sized pieces and place them evenly in a greased baking dish. Using day-old croissants allows them to absorb the custard better without becoming too soggy.
Add Chocolate Chips: Scatter the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the croissant pieces to ensure a delicious distribution of melted chocolate throughout the bake.
Make Custard Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined. This custard base will soak into the croissants and chocolate chips, creating a creamy texture once baked.
Soak Croissants: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissant and chocolate chip layers. Press down gently with a spatula to help the croissants absorb the custard fully. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to soak thoroughly into the bread.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until the custard is set, and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
Cool & Serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly for 10 minutes. Dust the top generously with powdered sugar. Serve warm with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.

Notes

Day-old croissants are recommended for better absorption and texture.
You can customize the type of chocolate chips depending on your preference—dark chocolate will add richness, milk chocolate more creaminess.
Dairy-free milk substitutes like almond or oat milk work well to make this recipe lactose-free.
If you prefer a lower sugar option, reduce the granulated sugar to 1/3 cup or substitute with a sugar alternative.
For a fluffier custard texture, beat the eggs thoroughly before combining with the milk.
To make the recipe vegan, substitute eggs with a plant-based egg replacer and use dairy-free milk and chocolate chips.