Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake
Treat yourself to a delightful start with this Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake. This easy-to-make recipe combines buttery croissants, rich chocolate chips, and a hint of zesty orange, creating a warm, custard-like dish that’s perfect for weekends. With just a few simple steps and ingredients, you can fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas and enjoy an unforgettable breakfast experience that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large croissants, halved
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Arrange the halved croissants cut-side up in the dish.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the croissants.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and orange zest until combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the croissants and let soak for 10-15 minutes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg