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Croissant Breakfast Bake with Chocolate Chips and Cream Cheese Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes or overnight if refrigerated before baking
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This delightful Croissant Breakfast Bake combines buttery mini croissants, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and a creamy custard made from cream cheese, eggs, milk, and vanilla. Baked until golden and fluffy, this dish offers a rich, indulgent breakfast or brunch option that is perfect for sharing with family or guests.

Ingredients

Scale

Base

  • 1 (10 to 13-oz) package mini croissants, chopped
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Custard Mixture

  • 2 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1â…“ cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Assemble Base: Evenly distribute the chopped mini croissants in the prepared pan, then sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the top.
  3. Mix Custard: In a medium bowl, beat the room temperature cream cheese with an electric mixer until it becomes smooth and creamy. Gradually add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until well blended. Finally, stir in the milk to create a fully combined custard mixture.
  4. Combine and Soak: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants and chocolate chips, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
  5. Rest and Refrigerate: Let the mixture stand at room temperature for 20 minutes to allow the croissants to absorb the custard; alternatively, cover and refrigerate overnight for an even deeper soak.
  6. Bake: Place the uncovered baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top turns lightly golden.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm to enjoy the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Allowing the bake to sit overnight in the refrigerator enhances the custard absorption and flavor.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother custard.
  • This bake can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated until baking.
  • For added texture, consider sprinkling chopped nuts over the top before baking if desired.

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