Description
A delicious and indulgent breakfast bake made with chocolate croissants, perfect for a sweet start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chocolate croissants
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the chocolate croissants into bite-sized pieces and place them in a greased baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the croissant pieces, ensuring they are well soaked.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the custard is set.
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate croissants.
- This dish can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning.
- Serve with fresh berries or whipped cream for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg