Description
Indulge in the ultimate brunch treat with Chocolate Croissant Bake Bliss. This rich, custardy dish features buttery croissants soaked in a luscious mixture of dark chocolate and spices, creating an irresistible blend of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for gatherings or cozy weekends, this visually stunning bake is easy to prepare and sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 day-old croissants, halved
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Arrange the halved croissants cut-side up in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Sprinkle dark chocolate chips generously over the croissants.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the croissants and let sit for 10 minutes to soak.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 220mg