Description
A delightful Berry Croissant Bake combining flaky croissants and mixed berries soaked in a creamy cinnamon custard. Baked to golden perfection, this dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet dessert and is served with powdered sugar and optional maple syrup for added sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 large croissants, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 1/2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Custard Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Toppings
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and allow easy removal of the baked dish.
- Layer Croissants and Berries: Place the croissant pieces evenly into the greased baking dish, then sprinkle the mixed berries over the croissants for balanced flavor and texture in every bite.
- Make the Custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a flavorful custard base.
- Pour Custard: Evenly pour the custard mixture over the croissants and berries in the baking dish. Gently press down the croissant pieces to ensure they absorb the custard fully.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the custard has set and the top turns a golden brown color, signaling it is ready to be removed from the oven.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the berry croissant bake to cool slightly. Dust the top with powdered sugar for a sweet finishing touch and drizzle with maple syrup if desired before serving. Enjoy your warm, comforting bake!
Notes
- Use day-old croissants for better texture as they soak up the custard without becoming too soggy.
- Feel free to substitute the mixed berries with your favorite fruits like peaches or apples.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the custard mixture.
- This dish can be prepared the night before; simply refrigerate after assembling and bake in the morning.
- Maple syrup is optional but adds a wonderful sweetness complementing the berries.
