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Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake Recipe

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  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 55 minutes (plus optional overnight soaking)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake is a decadent and comforting morning dish featuring mini croissants soaked in a sweet cream cheese custard with melty semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfect for special breakfast or brunch, it combines flaky pastry, rich cream cheese, and chocolate for a delicious start to your day.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1 (10 to 13-oz) package mini croissants, chopped

Custard Mixture

  • 2 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1⅓ cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups milk

Additional

  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Cooking spray, for greasing the pan

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Arrange Croissants and Chocolate: Place the chopped mini croissants evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over the croissants to ensure every bite has chocolate goodness.
  3. Make the Custard Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing well until fully combined. Gradually add the milk and mix again until the custard is smooth and consistent.
  4. Pour Custard Over Croissants: Pour the prepared custard mixture evenly over the croissant pieces and chocolate chips, allowing it to soak into the bread thoroughly.
  5. Let It Soak: Let the dish stand uncovered at room temperature for 20 minutes to allow the croissants to absorb the custard. Alternatively, cover and refrigerate overnight for a richer soaking.
  6. Bake: Bake the breakfast bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. The custard should be firm but tender.
  7. Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve warm for a comforting, chocolatey breakfast or brunch treat.

Notes

  • For best results, let the mixture soak overnight in the refrigerator; this enhances flavors and texture.
  • You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips based on preference.
  • Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth blending.
  • Use fresh croissants if available for a flakier texture.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger gatherings, using a bigger baking dish accordingly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate croissant bake, breakfast casserole, chocolate breakfast bake, cream cheese custard bake, brunch recipes

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