Description
Wake up to a warm slice of heaven with this Chocolate Hazelnut Croissant Bake! Imagine layers of buttery croissants drenched in a rich, chocolate-hazelnut custard, baked to perfection. This indulgent dish is perfect for brunch or a cozy breakfast treat, bringing smiles and satisfaction with every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a guaranteed hit at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 day-old flaky croissants, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup chocolate hazelnut spread (e.g., Nutella)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange croissant pieces in a greased baking dish.
- Spread chocolate hazelnut spread evenly over the croissants.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth; pour over croissants.
- Allow the mixture to soak for 15 minutes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For an extra crispy top, broil the bake for the last few minutes. - Customize by adding fresh fruits like strawberries or substituting almond butter for variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.