Can I use other pastries besides croissants?

Absolutely! Stale brioche or challah work beautifully - just tear them into similar-sized chunks. The key is using bread that's slightly dry so it soaks up all that custardy goodness without turning to mush.

How do I prevent sogginess?

Don't skip the 10-minute rest before baking - this lets the croissants absorb the custard evenly. And definitely use day-old pastries if you can! Fresh croissants tend to get too soft. If your bake seems wet, just pop it back in the oven for 5 more minutes.

Can I make this ahead?

You bet! Assemble everything the night before (minus the baking), cover tightly, and refrigerate. In the morning, let it sit at room temp for 15 minutes while your oven preheats, then bake as usual. The flavors actually get better with that overnight soak!

What's the best chocolate to use?

I adore semi-sweet chips for their perfect balance, but dark chocolate makes it extra rich. If you're feeling fancy, chop up a good quality chocolate bar - those irregular chunks create delightful pockets of melty goodness!

Easy Chocolate Croissant Bake

Name: Easy Chocolate Croissant Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 4 large croissants, cut into pieces; 1 cup chocolate chips; 2 cups milk; 3 eggs; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

Description

A simple and delicious chocolate croissant bake that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

4 large croissants, cut into pieces
1 cup chocolate chips
2 cups milk
3 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Arrange the croissant pieces in a baking dish.
Sprinkle chocolate chips over the croissants.
In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt.
Pour the mixture over the croissants and let sit for 10 minutes.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and set.
Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use day-old croissants for better texture.
Add nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor.
Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French