Description
This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake is a decadent and easy breakfast casserole. Mini croissants are combined with a rich cream cheese custard and melted chocolate chips for a gooey, chocolatey morning treat.
Ingredients
- 1 (10 to 13-oz) package mini croissants, chopped
- 2 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 1/3 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and milk until fully combined.
- Fold in chopped mini croissants and chocolate chips.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving for a gooey, chocolatey breakfast treat.
Notes
- Use fresh or slightly stale mini croissants for best texture.
- Optional: top with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate before serving.
- This casserole can be prepared the night before and baked in the morning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American