Sweet Breakfast Casserole (with Croissants)
Indulge in a delightful morning with this Sweet Breakfast Casserole featuring flaky croissants and a creamy custard infused with bright lemon and fresh mixed berries. Perfect for brunch gatherings or cozy family breakfasts, this dish brings a touch of elegance to your table. You can prepare it the night before, allowing you to savor every moment with loved ones in the morning. Each slice is bursting with flavor, making it an irresistible alternative to traditional breakfast options.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large croissants, cubed
- 4 cups mixed berries (raspberries, blackberries, blueberries)
- 14 ounces cream cheese
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the cubed croissants on a baking sheet and toast for 7-10 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in half-and-half, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
- Layer half of the toasted croissants in a greased baking dish, followed by half of the mixed berries and half of the custard mixture. Repeat layers and gently press down.
- Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 90mg