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Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Croissant Breakfast Bake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes (or overnight if refrigerated before baking)
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Croissant Breakfast Bake with Chocolate Chips and Cream Cheese is a decadent and indulgent morning treat perfect for special occasions or weekend brunch. Fluffy mini croissants are layered with semi-sweet chocolate chips and enveloped in a rich, creamy custard made from cream cheese, eggs, sugar, milk, and vanilla. After soaking to absorb the custard flavors, it is baked to a golden perfection with a soft, custardy center and slightly crisp edges. Serve warm for a delicious combination of buttery croissants and melty chocolate with a luscious cream cheese custard.

Ingredients

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
  • 1⅓ cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent the bake from sticking.
  2. Assemble Base: Arrange the chopped mini croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips uniformly over the croissants to distribute the chocolate flavor throughout.
  3. Mix Custard: In a medium bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy without lumps. Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to combine all ingredients. Lastly, pour in the milk and continue mixing until the custard mixture is completely smooth and well blended.
  4. Combine and Soak: Pour the prepared custard mixture evenly over the croissant and chocolate chip layers in the baking pan. Ensure every croissant piece is fully coated with the custard for maximum flavor absorption.
  5. Rest and Refrigerate: Allow the mixture to stand at room temperature for 20 minutes to let the croissants soak up the custard. For a deeper soak and enhanced flavor, cover the pan and refrigerate overnight before baking.
  6. Bake: Place the uncovered baking pan into the preheated oven. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the custard is set in the center and the top turns lightly golden brown, indicating it is perfectly cooked.
  7. Serve: Remove the bake from the oven and serve warm. Enjoy the rich creaminess combined with the delicate crispness of the croissants and melted chocolate for a delightful breakfast experience.

Notes

  • Allowing the bake to soak overnight in the refrigerator improves texture and flavor penetration.
  • Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth custard without lumps.
  • Adjust the sugar quantity if you prefer a less sweet breakfast bake.
  • Serve with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra flavor and presentation.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the microwave or oven.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/chocolate-chip-cream-cheese-croissant-breakfast-bake-recipe/