Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of a Sweet Breakfast Casserole with Croissants, where buttery croissants meet a creamy custard infused with fresh berries. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for brunches, holidays, or family gatherings. The best part? You can prepare it a day ahead and let it bake in the morning, filling your home with an irresistible aroma. With its sweet and tangy flavor profile, this dish is sure to impress guests while providing make-ahead convenience for busy mornings.

Ingredients

Scale

8 large croissants (10 packed cups, cubed)
4 cups mixed berries (raspberries, blackberries, blueberries)
14 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
6 eggs (at room temperature)
2 cups half-and-half (at room temperature)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread cubed croissants on a baking sheet and toast for 7-10 minutes until golden. Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Incorporate eggs, half-and-half, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until well mixed.
In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half of the toasted croissants followed by half of the mixed berries and half of the custard mixture. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients and press down slightly.
Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
Bake covered for about 30 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until set.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 104g)
Calories: 325
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 258mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 135mg

Keywords: Stale croissants work best as they absorb custard more effectively. Customize by adding nuts or different fruits according to preference. Make it dairy-free by using non-dairy alternatives for cream cheese and milk.