Plain Chicken-Inspired Chocolate Croissant Casserole
This Chocolate Croissant Breakfast Bake is a comforting, indulgent breakfast or brunch dish that combines buttery croissants, rich chocolate, and a creamy custard. It’s versatile, easy to prepare, and perfect for family gatherings or weekend treats.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 buttery croissants, torn into pieces
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (or alternative milk)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional toppings: powdered sugar, berries, or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Tear croissants into bite-sized pieces and place half in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the chocolate evenly over the first layer of croissants.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Pour half of the custard over the croissants, pressing gently to soak them.
- Add the remaining croissants and chocolate, then pour the remaining custard evenly.
- Optional: fold in berries, banana slices, or nuts for added flavor.
- Let the dish sit for 10–15 minutes to allow croissants to absorb the custard.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the custard is set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar or add toppings if desired.
Notes
Use day-old croissants for best results.
Customize with chocolate type or add-ins like nuts or fruit.
Can be prepared the night before for convenience.