Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake
Elevate your breakfast with this delightful Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake. This dish combines flaky, buttery croissants soaked in a creamy orange custard, creating an irresistible treat that will fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. Perfect for family gatherings or leisurely weekends, each slice bursts with citrusy flavor and a satisfying crunch, making it a must-try for any brunch lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 day-old croissants, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 2 oranges
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Place the croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the croissants and gently press down to soak them well.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and set.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm; dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Find it online: https://sugarspooned.com/__trashed-3/