Description
This Chocolate Swirl Breakfast Casserole is a cozy, indulgent way to start your morning. Made with buttery croissants, rich custard, and swirls of melted chocolate, it’s the perfect sweet brunch treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large croissants, torn into pieces
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted slightly
- 2 tablespoons butter, for greasing and brushing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Scatter the croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the custard over the croissants, pressing them down slightly to soak.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate and gently swirl it in with a knife or skewer.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with cream.
Notes
- Use day-old croissants for better texture.
- Swirl the chocolate gently to create a marbled effect.
- Let the casserole sit before slicing to get clean portions.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: chocolate swirl breakfast casserole, brunch casserole, croissant casserole, sweet breakfast bake