Chocolate Croissant Bake

Chocolate Croissant Bake

This Chocolate Croissant Bake is a decadent, buttery breakfast casserole that combines the richness of cream cheese with the indulgence of semi-sweet chocolate. It is incredibly easy to prepare and can be assembled the night before for a stress-free morning.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 20

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 580

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 package mini croissants 10 to 13-oz, chopped
2 packages cream cheese 8-oz each, room temperature
1 1/3 cups sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups milk
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

9x13 inch Baking Pan
Electric Hand Mixer
Mixing Bowl

Method

Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal.
Place the chopped croissant pieces evenly into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top of the croissants.
1 package mini croissants, 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric hand mixer until it is completely smooth and free of lumps.
2 packages cream cheese
Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Mix until the ingredients are well blended and the texture is creamy.
1 1/3 cups sugar, 4 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla
Slowly add the milk to the mixture and continue mixing until the custard is fully combined.
2 cups milk
Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the croissant pieces and chocolate chips in the pan.
Let the dish stand for 20 minutes at room temperature to allow the croissants to soak up the liquid, or cover and refrigerate overnight.
Bake the casserole uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Serve while warm.

Notes

To ensure the best results, always use bakery-style croissants rather than refrigerated crescent rolls for the signature flaky texture. If you are short on time, you can quickly soften your cream cheese by placing it in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds.