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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.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

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

Equipment

  • Baking dish (9x13 inch)
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Citrus zester
  • Saucepan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  3. Arrange the Croissants:
  4. Place the croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Make the Custard:
  6. 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.
  7. Combine Croissants and Custard:
  8. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissant pieces, pressing down lightly to ensure all the pieces are soaked.
  9. Bake:
  10. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
  12. Prepare the Orange Glaze:
  13. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.
  14. Serve:
  15. Drizzle the orange glaze over the warm croissant bake before serving.
  16. Prep Time:
  17. 20 minutes
  18. Cook Time:
  19. 45 minutes
  20. Total Time:
  21. 1 hour 5 minutes
  22. Nutrition (per serving, based on 8 servings):
  23. Calories: 380
  24. Total Fat: 23g
  25. Saturated Fat: 13g
  26. Cholesterol: 215mg
  27. Sodium: 370mg
  28. Total Carbohydrate: 35g
  29. Dietary Fiber: 1g
  30. Sugars: 23g
  31. Protein: 8g
  32. Enjoy this Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake as a bright and flavorful addition to your breakfast or brunch table!