Description

This Delicious Blueberry Cream Cheese Croissant Casserole is a decadent and comforting breakfast or brunch dish featuring flaky croissant pieces soaked in a creamy mixture of cream cheese, eggs, whole milk, and pure maple syrup, studded with fresh or thawed blueberries. Baked until golden and set, it’s perfect as a make-ahead treat that combines rich, fruity, and sweet flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Croissant Base

8 buttery, flaky croissants, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups fresh or thawed blueberries

Cream Cheese Mixture

8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
3/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature when you’re ready to bake the casserole.
Prepare Croissants: Cut the croissants into bite-sized pieces and spread them evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to create the base layer for the casserole.
Mix Cream Cheese Base: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add ¾ cup of maple syrup, eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, then whisk thoroughly to combine into a creamy custard mixture.
Add Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh or thawed blueberries into the cream cheese mixture to evenly distribute the fruit without breaking them up too much.
Assemble the Casserole: Pour the cream cheese and blueberry mixture over the croissant pieces in the baking dish. Use a spatula to gently press the croissants down so they can soak up the liquid custard fully.
Let it Soak: Allow the assembled casserole to sit for 20-30 minutes at room temperature so the croissants absorb the creamy mixture, which enhances flavor and texture.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The casserole should have a golden brown top and a fully set center when done.
Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, drizzle with extra maple syrup for additional sweetness and enjoy your delicious breakfast treat.

Notes

You can use fresh or frozen blueberries; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid before adding.
For easier slicing, chill the casserole after baking.
If you prefer a less sweet dish, reduce the maple syrup to ½ cup.
This casserole can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning for convenience.
Full-fat cream cheese and whole milk provide richness, but you can substitute with lighter versions if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: blueberry casserole, cream cheese breakfast, croissant casserole, baked breakfast dish, brunch recipe, maple syrup dessert