Description
Wake up to the irresistible aroma of a berry croissant bake, featuring buttery croissant layers infused with sweet, juicy berries and enveloped in a creamy custard. Perfect for breakfast, brunch gatherings, or special occasions, this dish is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Customize it with your favorite berries for a delightful twist that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 day-old croissants, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish with melted butter.
- Layer the torn croissants evenly in the baking dish and scatter mixed berries on top.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the croissants and berries, ensuring all are coated.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg