Berry Croissant Bake
A delightful dish that combines the flakiness of croissants with mixed berries and creamy custard, perfect for brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large croissants (broken into small pieces) Use already baked croissants, not croissant dough.
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- ½ cup blueberries
- ½ cup raspberries
- 1 block (8 ounces) cream cheese (softened)
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar Adjust sweetness according to taste.
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Spread the broken croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish. Place all the berries evenly over the croissants.
- Beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until fluffy. Gradually add the sugar, milk, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
- Pour this mixture all over the croissants and berries.
- Cover the dish and place it in the fridge for 15 minutes or up to 14 hours.
- Remove the cover and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown and set.
Serving
- Serve warm with powdered sugar and/or syrup, if desired.
Notes
For best texture, use stale or day-old croissants. Experiment with different berries and adjust sweetness to taste. Consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for flavor variations.