Description
Sweet berry croissant bake delivers French-inspired breakfast magic in one irresistible casserole. Layers of buttery croissants mingle with luscious berries and rich custard, creating a morning masterpiece that will delight you at first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large croissants, cut into pieces
- 1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
- 4 large eggs
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
Sweet and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F, preparing a cozy environment for the breakfast casserole.
- Generously coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Create a delightful base layer by arranging torn croissant pieces across the bottom of the dish.
- Scatter fresh berries generously over the croissant pieces, ensuring even distribution.
- Craft a silky custard mixture by combining eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and pure vanilla extract in a mixing bowl.
- Gently pour the luscious custard over the croissant and berry layers, allowing the bread to absorb the liquid completely.
- Allow the dish to rest for 10-15 minutes, enabling the croissants to soak up the rich custard mixture.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the center sets firmly.
- Remove from the oven and let the breakfast bake cool for a few minutes before serving to allow the texture to stabilize.
Notes
- Make sure croissants are slightly stale for better absorption of the custard mixture.
- Choose a mix of fresh berries like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries for vibrant flavor and color contrast.
- Adjust sweetness by using less sugar or replacing with honey for a more natural taste profile.
- Can easily make this dish gluten-free by using gluten-free croissants and checking milk/cream ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg