Prepare to transform your ordinary morning breakfast into an extraordinary culinary experience that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This decadent Croissant Baked French Toast isn't just another breakfast recipe - it's a game-changing morning masterpiece that combines the buttery richness of French croissants with the sweet burst of fresh blueberries. Imagine a dish so irresistibly delicious that it'll have your family racing to the breakfast table, eager to dive into this heavenly creation that looks like it came straight from a gourmet restaurant's kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 croissants, torn into pieces
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup blueberries
- Powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously butter a 9x13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Tear the croissants into roughly 1-inch pieces and spread them evenly across the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the egg mixture slowly and evenly over the croissant pieces, ensuring all bread is saturated. Let the bread soak for 5-10 minutes to absorb the liquid.
- Gently sprinkle fresh blueberries across the top of the soaked croissants, distributing them evenly.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes to allow the dish to set.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar just before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Tips
- Use day-old croissants for the best texture - slightly stale croissants absorb the egg mixture more effectively.
- Allow the croissant pieces to soak in the egg mixture for at least 5-10 minutes to ensure maximum flavor absorption.
- For extra richness, you can substitute half-and-half for some of the milk.
- Make sure to distribute blueberries evenly to get a perfect berry in every bite.
- Check the dish around 25 minutes to prevent over-browning - every oven can vary slightly.
- Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to allow it to set properly.
- For a gourmet touch, consider adding a splash of Grand Marnier or orange zest to the egg mixture.
- Serve immediately after dusting with powdered sugar for the most impressive presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 190mg
