Description
Overnight Croissant Casserole Magic Delightful is a comforting breakfast that turns yesterday’s croissants into a creamy, custard-filled masterpiece. Infused with rich vanilla and topped with powdered sugar, this dish offers layers of soft croissant pieces baked to golden perfection. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, this casserole promises to be a hit at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium-sized day-old croissants
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Tear croissants into bite-sized pieces and spread evenly in the dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the croissants and gently press down to soak.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm dusted with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg