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Blueberry Cream Cheese Croissant Casserole

Decadent Blueberry Cream Cheese Croissant Casserole Delight

This Blueberry Cream Cheese Croissant Casserole combines croissants, cream cheese, and blueberries for a delectable breakfast.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 croissants day-old croissants tear into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries can substitute frozen but do not thaw
  • 8 oz cream cheese cubed
For the Custard
  • 4 large eggs whisk until pale
  • 2 cups whole milk can substitute with low-fat milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream optional for a lighter version
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar adjust according to taste
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract use pure extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
  2. Tear croissants into pieces and layer half in the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle half of the blueberries and cubed cream cheese over the croissant layer.
  4. Add the remaining croissant pieces on top.
  5. Whisk eggs until pale, then add milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon, whisking until smooth.
  6. Pour the custard mixture over the layered croissants and press down gently.
  7. Allow the casserole to rest for 20 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
  8. Bake for 35-45 minutes until golden brown and custard is set.
  9. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving, optionally dusting with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use day-old croissants for optimal absorption and consider refrigerating overnight for easy morning prep.

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