Rich Sweet Croissant Breakfast Casserole
A delightful blend of buttery croissants soaked in a creamy custard, perfect for brunch gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 croissants, torn into pieces
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips or fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the torn croissants evenly across the prepared baking dish.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the croissants.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips or fruit on top if desired.
- Let the casserole soak for about 15 minutes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until puffed and golden.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Prepare the casserole a night ahead and refrigerate to soak overnight for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg