Description
Indulge in a delightful breakfast with this Chocolate Croissant French Toast Recipe. This baked version takes the classic French toast to new heights, using buttery croissants and rich chocolate for an irresistibly decadent treat. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy breakfasts at home, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will impress everyone at the table. With the custard mixture soaking into the croissants, each bite melts in your mouth. Serve it warm with a drizzle of maple syrup and fresh fruit for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium-large croissants
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8×8 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- Tear or cut the croissants into bite-sized pieces and layer them in the baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants and sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top.
- Press down gently to ensure the croissants are submerged in the custard.
- Let soak for 1 hour at room temperature or refrigerate overnight for best results.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes until set.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with maple syrup or powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg