Description
Cookie Butter Croissant Bake is a rich and cozy baked dessert casserole made with buttery croissants, creamy cookie butter, and a sweet vanilla custard. Baked until golden and topped with a cookie butter drizzle, this indulgent treat is perfect for brunch, holidays, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 6 large croissants, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cookie butter spread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup crushed cookie butter cookies
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for garnish
- 3 tablespoons warmed cookie butter for drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place half of the croissant pieces evenly into the baking dish.
- Add small spoonfuls of half the cookie butter over the croissant layer.
- Repeat with remaining croissants and cookie butter.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the croissants.
- Gently press the croissants down so they absorb the custard.
- Let the mixture rest for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle crushed cookie butter cookies over the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until puffed, golden, and set in the center.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes.
- Drizzle with warmed cookie butter.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Day-old croissants absorb the custard best and create a richer texture.
- Prepare the casserole the night before and bake in the morning if desired.
- Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American