Description
This sweet, creamy breakfast bake features buttery croissants layered with juicy berries and rich custard, baked to golden perfection. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing brunch dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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4 large croissants, torn into chunks
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1 ½ cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
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4 large eggs
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1 cup whole milk
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½ cup heavy cream
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Powdered sugar (for garnish)
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Optional: maple syrup or whipped cream, for serving
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: To 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch or similar baking dish.
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Assemble Bake: Spread croissant pieces in dish, sprinkle with berries.
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Make Custard: In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Pour over croissants and berries.
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Soak & Bake: Let sit 10 minutes. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until set and golden.
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Serve: Dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm with syrup or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
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Day-old croissants work best—they soak up the custard without getting soggy.
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Use any berry combo: blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, or blackberries.
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Add lemon zest or a dash of cinnamon for a flavor twist.
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This dish can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g