Croissant French Toast Casserole: A Decadent Breakfast Delight
A delightful twist on classic French toast using buttery croissants, soaked in a rich custard and baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 croissants
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar.
- Cut croissants into large pieces and place in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the egg mixture over the croissants, ensuring they’re well soaked.
- Drizzle melted butter and maple syrup on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding fruit such as berries or bananas.
- This dish can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg