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Chocolate Croissant French Toast

Chocolate Croissant French Toast

Chocolate Croissant French Toast is a delightful twist on a breakfast classic featuring flaky buttery croissants stuffed with rich, melty chocolate, soaked in a sweet custard, and pan-fried to golden perfection. This easy, indulgent recipe combines layered textures and flavors to create a crisp outside and decadently soft inside, perfect for a cozy brunch or special morning treat.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 fresh or day-old buttery croissants
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole or 2% milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks
  • 2 tablespoons butter for frying

For Serving

  • Maple syrup or powdered sugar, as desired
  • Optional toppings: fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), whipped cream, toasted nuts, nut butters

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Custard: In a shallow mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until completely combined and smooth. This custard mixture will soak into the croissants, adding flavor and moisture.
  2. Assemble the Croissants: Slice each croissant horizontally without cutting all the way through to create a pocket. Stuff the pocket with chocolate chips or chunks to create rich, melty pockets of chocolate inside.
  3. Soak the Croissants: Dip each stuffed croissant gently into the prepared custard, allowing it to soak briefly but not become soggy. Let excess custard drip off before cooking.
  4. Cook the French Toast: Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place the soaked croissants carefully into the skillet and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp on the outside, with melted chocolate inside.
  5. Serve Warm: Transfer the cooked Chocolate Croissant French Toast to plates and garnish with desired toppings such as maple syrup, powdered sugar, fresh fruits, or whipped cream. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use day-old croissants for better custard absorption without falling apart.
  • Soak croissants briefly to avoid sogginess—quick dips work best.
  • Maintain medium heat for even cooking and a crispy exterior.
  • Use high-quality chocolate chips or chunks for smooth melting and rich flavor.
  • Let the French toast rest a minute after cooking to allow flavors to settle and chocolate to cool slightly.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: French-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed croissant (approximate)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg

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