Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake
Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake is a delightfully flaky and citrusy breakfast dish that’s filled with creamy custard and topped with a sweet orange glaze. It’s not heavy or overly sweet either.
I think it’s a perfect brunch or holiday breakfast, and if you’re not a fan of orange, feel free to omit it. It will still be undeniably delicious! If you’re looking for a light & airy breakfast dish that’s not overly sweet, you’ve come to the right place. When you make a light and flaky croissant bake and pair it with a creamy custard filling and a bright orange glaze, you get the perfect breakfast dish. The addition of orange just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for a refreshing breakfast, and this dreamy bake reminds me of spring and special occasions. Not a fan of orange? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious without it.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Baking dish (9×13 inch)
- Whisk
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Citrus zester
- Saucepan
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 6 large croissants, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Orange Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Directions
- Prepare the Baking Dish:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Arrange the Croissants:
- Place the croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Custard:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, milk, and salt until well combined.
- Combine Croissants and Custard:
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissant pieces, pressing down lightly to ensure all the pieces are soaked.
- Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
- Prepare the Orange Glaze:
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.
- Serve:
- Drizzle the orange glaze over the warm croissant bake before serving.
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
45 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour 5 minutes
Nutrition (per serving, based on 8 servings):
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
- Sodium: 370mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 23g
- Protein: 8g
Enjoy this Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake as a bright and flavorful addition to your breakfast or brunch table!
Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake
Equipment
- Baking dish (9x13 inch)
- Whisk
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Citrus zester
- Saucepan
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 6 large croissants cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Arrange the Croissants:
- Place the croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Custard:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, heavy cream, milk, and salt until well combined.
- Combine Croissants and Custard:
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissant pieces, pressing down lightly to ensure all the pieces are soaked.
- Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
- Prepare the Orange Glaze:
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.
- Serve:
- Drizzle the orange glaze over the warm croissant bake before serving.
- Prep Time:
- 20 minutes
- Cook Time:
- 45 minutes
- Total Time:
- 1 hour 5 minutes
- Nutrition (per serving, based on 8 servings):
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
- Sodium: 370mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 23g
- Protein: 8g
- Enjoy this Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake as a bright and flavorful addition to your breakfast or brunch table!