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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Breakfast

    Croissant French Toast Bake

    Published: Nov 3, 2021 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 11 Comments

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    Croissant French Toast with a text title overlay.

    This Croissant French Toast Bake is the ultimate indulgent breakfast, that is perfect for feeding a crowd. Swap the bread for croissants and smother it in sugary cinnamon milk and then bake. You can prepare this the night before and then just bake in the morning and load it with toppings. This is our go-to breakfast for a special occasion like Christmas morning.

    A baking dish contining bked croissants topped with yogurt and berries.

    We love croissants, and we love french toast. So, why not put them together? French toast has been given a serious upgrade, as we have used croissants instead and baked it all in a pan.

    The croissants get perfectly crispy on top, but the sugary milk mixture keeps them nice and moist inside. It's kind of like a mixture between bread pudding and French toast.

    We are big fans of hosting brunch, because when it comes to the food - anything goes! This is the perfect dish to serve because it's actually really easy, fairly cheap to make, can be prepared the night before and it looks so impressive.

    If you are looking for some other breakfasts that are great for feeding a crowd, then why not try our Breakfast Bake, Breakfast Burrito, Breakfast Hash or Baked Home Fries.

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    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients needed
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    • Variations
    • What to serve with Croissant French Toast Bake
    • Frequently Asked Questions
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    Why you will love it

    • A great way to use croissants - If you have some stale croissants that need using, then this is the perfect way to bring them to life.
    • Easy to adapt - We have a few ways that you can adapt this recipe. More on that below!
    • Perfect for feeding a crowd - You can easily double or triple this recipe, as long as you have a baking dish big enough.
    • Can be made in advance - You can prepare this the night before and then put it in the fridge. The croissants will soak up all the mixture overnight and will be packed with flavour.

    Ingredients needed

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    • Croissants - Just use standard croissants from a supermarket or bakery. The size on them depends on the size of the baking dish you are using, as you need to make sure that they will fit in. It doesn't matter if they are squashed in a bit. Don't worry if your croissants are a bit stale, as this recipe will bring them to life.
    • Eggs - These help to thicken up the milk mixture. We used three medium sized eggs.
    • Milk - This is what makes up the majority of the mixture that is poured on to the croissants. We used whole milk, to make it nice and creamy.
    • Sugar - A little bit of brown sugar adds a lovely flavour. You could use granulated or caster sugar instead.
    • Vanilla - This adds a depth of flavour and really enhances all the other flavours. It acts the same way as salt does in savoury dishes. Use vanilla extract, not essence.
    • Cinnamon - This adds a lovely warmth to the croissant french toast. You could swap it for ginger or nutmeg, or do a mixture of all three. 
    • Maple Syrup - As well as the brown sugar, we added maple syrup for sweetness, as it has such a lovely flavour. Another liquid sweetener like honey would work well too.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    Step by step

    Prep: Preheat your oven to 180°C/160°C(fan)/350°F/Gas 4.
    One: Halve the croissants lengthways and put the bottom halves in the baking dish.

    Three shot collage of croissants cut in half then placed in a baking dish.

    Two: Mix together the rest of the ingredients.

    Two shot collage of milk, eggs, maple syrup and cinnamon in a mixing bowl, before and after mixing.

    Three: Pour half the mixture on the croissants in the baking dish. Put the top half of the croissants on top and pour over the rest of the mixture.

    Three shot collage of croissants in a baking dish covered in an milky egg mixture.

    Four: Put in the oven for 35-40 minutes, until the croissants are crispy on top.

    Baked croissants in a baking dish.

    Five: Add toppings (optional).

    Baked croissants topped with yogurt, jam, blueberries, strawberries and raspberries.

    Variations

    This is a fairly simple recipe, so there isn't too many ways to adapt it, but we have a few suggestions.

    Croissants - We just used plain croissants, however you could use chocolate croissants or even almond croissants.

    Milk mixture - Make this super indulgent by swapping half the milk for cream.

    Boozy - If you want to make this for a boozy brunch, then add a splash of Baileys to the milk mixture. It's SO good.

    Have you tried our Air Fryer French Toast?

    What to serve with Croissant French Toast Bake

    This is where you can take the dish from delicious, to really special. A bit like pizza - it is ALL about the toppings. We added some Greek yogurt, berries, powdered sugar and some raspberry jam and it was berry-licious.

    You could swap the Greek yogurt for whipped cream to make it really indulgent. You could also top it with spoonfuls of Nutella or Biscoff. Why not try our Strawberry Puree for a lighter option?

    If you wanted to make this for dessert instead of breakfast/brunch, then serve it with some really good quality vanilla ice cream.

    We also love serving it with a delicious hot drink. Why not try our Vegan Egg Nog, Chia Tea Latte, Cinnamon Coffee or Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate?

    A spoon lifting out some baked croissant from a baking dish.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make Croissant French Toast in advance?

    Yes, this is perfect for making in advance and you can make it the night before and then keep it in the fridge until the morning. Make sure to keep it out at room temperature for an hour before putting it in the oven.

    How to store croissant French toast

    Once it is cooled, portion it out and then store in an air tight container and put it in the fridge. It will keep in there for 2 days.

    Can you freeze croissant French toast?

    Yes, you can freeze it. Portion it out and put a piece of baking paper in between each piece and put it in a freezer bag. It will keep in the freezer for a month.

    How to reheat croissant French toast

    You can reheat it in the oven for 10 minutes.

    Is this gluten free?

    If you use gluten free croissants, and make sure that there is no cross contamination then this can be gluten free.

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    Extra tips

    • Make a boozy version of this by adding a splash of Baileys or rum to the milk mixture.
    • You could serve this for dessert instead of breakfast/brunch and put some vanilla ice cream on top.
    • Take these to the next level and add a drizzle of orange icing on top.
    • Add some crunch with a sprinkle of crushed pecans.

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    Recipe

    Croissant French Toast Bake in a baking dish.

    Croissant French Toast Bake

    By: Dannii
    This Croissant French Toast Bake is the ultimate indulgent breakfast, that is perfect for a special occasion like Christmas morning.
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    Vegetarian
    4.84 from 18 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: British
    Prep: 5 minutes mins
    Cook: 35 minutes mins
    Total: 40 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 295kcal
    Allergens:
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    Ingredients

    • 6 Croissant - halved lengthways
    • 3 Eggs
    • 200 ml (0.85 cups) Whole milk
    • 2 tablespoon Light brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
    • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
    • 3 tablespoon Maple syrup

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 180°C/160°C(fan)/350°F/Gas 4.
    • Put the bottom parts of 6 Croissant into a baking dish.
    • Mix together 3 Eggs, 200 ml Whole milk, 2 tablespoon Light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract, 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon and 3 tablespoon Maple syrup.
    • Pour half the mixture on the croissants in the baking dish. Put the top half of the croissants on top and pour over the rest of the mixture.
    • Put the baking dish into the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes.
    • Serve with berries, yogurt, jam, flaked almonds and fresh mint (all optional).

    Notes

    • Make a boozy version of this by adding a splash of Baileys or rum to the milk mixture.
    • You could serve this for dessert instead of breakfast/brunch and put some vanilla ice cream on top.
    • Take these to the next level and add a drizzle of orange icing on top.
    • Add some crunch with a sprinkle of crushed pecans.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 314mg | Potassium: 172mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 597IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 2mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Gina

      November 10, 2021 at 11:42 am

      5 stars
      Usually not a fan of French toast but when croissants are involved it's another story. This is beyond delicious!

      Reply
    2. Jessica Stroup

      November 05, 2021 at 2:54 pm

      5 stars
      This was delicious! I'm gong to take it to my Christmas Breakfast at work! So good!

      Reply
    3. Claudia Lamascolo

      November 05, 2021 at 1:37 pm

      5 stars
      What a great reason to use up these stale crossiants I have I always buy way too many and we love french toast thanks for this idea

      Reply
    4. Gloria

      November 05, 2021 at 1:16 pm

      5 stars
      Well this is the perfect recipe for brunch on the weekend. What a great way to feed a crowd. I know this will be a hit.

      Reply
    5. Lauren Michael Harris

      November 05, 2021 at 1:05 pm

      5 stars
      What a great idea! I love croissants and french toast but never thought to put the two together - can't wait to make this!

      Reply
    6. Jyoti Behrani

      November 05, 2021 at 12:52 pm

      5 stars
      Whole family loved this croissant French toast! We had it for our family brunch. YUM!!

      Reply
    7. Sara Welch

      November 04, 2021 at 8:56 pm

      5 stars
      Enjoyed this for breakfast this morning and started my day off right! Quick, easy and paired perfectly with my morning cup of coffee!

      Reply
    8. Andrea

      November 04, 2021 at 6:19 pm

      5 stars
      This looks fabulous! Great flavors and makes a perfect breakfast or brunch.

      Reply
    9. Mirlene

      November 04, 2021 at 6:00 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great idea for brunch when you have family over the next day. We all love having french toasts but now I'm going to make this with croissants!

      Reply
    10. Mandy Applegate

      November 04, 2021 at 6:00 pm

      5 stars
      This has become one of my favorite French toast recipes!

      Reply
    11. Rika

      November 04, 2021 at 5:12 pm

      5 stars
      That's a lovely-looking french toast bake. It's the perfect addition to any breakfast or brunch.

      Reply

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