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Croissant French Toast

Croissant French Toast turns buttery croissants into a rich custard with flaky layers and a golden top; a simple, indulgent breakfast.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: 5-Ingredient Recipe, 60 Minutes or Less, Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 5-Ingredient Recipes, 60-Minutes or Less, Breakfast, Brunch, Casseroles, Croissant, French Toast
Servings: 6
Calories: 311kcal
Author: Eva Filer

Equipment

  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 6 croissants
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • brown sugar sprinkle optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375F and prepare a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Place whole croissants in the dish and set aside
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and cinnamon. Pour over the croissants evenly.
  • Sprinkle brown sugar over the top, if desired. Cover with aluminum foil and bake covered for 20 minutes.
  • Remove foil and cook uncovered for remaining 5 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly and serve with maple syrup.

Notes

  • You can use stale croissants; day-old croissants absorb custard without getting soggy.
  • A single layer will ensures even soaking and baking.
  • Covering with foil keeps the custard soft while the croissants bake.
  • If desired, uncovering for the last few minutes will allows the tops to turn golden brown and lightly crisp up.
  • Cooling for a few minutes helps the custard set before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 155mg | Sodium: 284mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 682IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 116mg | Iron: 2mg
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