Description
Indulge in a delightful Croissant French Toast Bake that’s both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying! This decadent dish features buttery croissant pieces soaked in a rich custard made with eggs, milk, and vanilla, baked until golden brown. Each bite offers a perfect blend of textures, from the crisp edges to the soft, custardy center. Ideal for brunch gatherings or special occasions, this recipe serves 12 and can be made ahead of time for a stress-free morning treat. Top it with whipped cream and fresh berries for an extra touch of sweetness, making it a memorable meal for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds day-old croissants, torn into large pieces
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (divided)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, 6 tablespoons of melted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with the remaining melted butter.
- Spread the torn croissant pieces evenly across the bottom of the pan.
- Pour the custard mixture over the croissants and gently press down to ensure all pieces are soaked.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 180mg