Ingredients
- 5–6 croissants (preferably day-old), cut into chunks
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cut croissants into chunks and place in the dish.
- Scatter chocolate chips or chopped chocolate evenly over the croissants.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour custard mixture over croissants and press down lightly to help absorb the liquid.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes (or cover and refrigerate overnight).
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and set in the center.
- Cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Add fresh berries between croissant layers for a fruity twist.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts on top for added crunch.
- Use flavored chocolate (orange, caramel) for a unique variation.
- Drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving for extra richness.
- Reheat in oven at 325°F or microwave individual servings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
