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Berry Croissant Bake (Easy Brunch & Make-Ahead Breakfast)

Berry Croissant Bake (Easy Brunch & Make-Ahead Breakfast)
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This Berry Croissant Bake is soft, buttery, and bursting with juicy berries. Flaky croissants soak up a lightly sweet vanilla custard, then bake into a warm, comforting breakfast that’s perfect for brunch, holidays, or an easy make-ahead morning treat.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 6 large croissants, torn into large pieces

  • 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

  • 6 large eggs

  • 1½ cups milk (whole milk preferred)

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • Pinch of salt

  • 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing the dish)

Optional Toppings

  • Powdered sugar

  • Maple syrup or honey

  • Whipped cream

  • Sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.

  2. Assemble the Bake
    Spread croissant pieces evenly in the dish. Sprinkle berries over the top.

  3. Make the Custard
    In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.

  4. Pour & Rest
    Pour custard evenly over croissants. Gently press down so everything is coated.
    Let rest 15–30 minutes (or cover and refrigerate overnight).

  5. Bake
    Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until puffed, golden, and set in the center.

  6. Serve
    Cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with syrup. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Slightly stale croissants absorb custard better.

  • If using frozen berries, do not thaw—add them straight from frozen.

  • Cover loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.

  • Add lemon zest to the custard for a fresh, bright flavor.

  • For extra richness, swap half the milk for more cream.

Find it online: https://tastyquickly.com/berry-croissant-bake-easy-brunch-make-ahead-breakfast/