Name: Almond Croissant French Toast Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: French cuisine
Ingredients: 6 pcs stale croissants (medium-sized, day-old, torn into large pieces); 4 pcs large eggs; 1.5 cup whole milk; 0.5 cup granulated sugar; 1 tsp almond extract; 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 0.25 tsp salt; 1 tbsp unsalted butter (melted, for greasing); 0.5 cup slivered almonds; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2 tbsp milk (or water); 0.25 tsp almond extract

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Prep: 15 min • Cook: 40 min. A delightful brunch casserole reimagining the classic almond croissant. Stale croissants are soaked in a rich almond custard, baked until golden, and finished with a sweet almond glaze and a sprinkle of toasted almonds. This crowd-pleasing dish offers all the nuanced flavors of an almond croissant with the ease of a baked French toast.

Preparation time: 15 min
Cooking time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Complexity: Easy

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Nutrition

Servings: 8
Serving size (imperial): 7 oz

Nutrient	Per serving	Per 100 g	Total (8 servings)
Calories	480.5 kcal	240.3 kcal	3,844 kcal
Protein	12 g	6 g	96 g
Fat	25.5 g	12.8 g	204 g
Carbs	55 g	27.5 g	440 g

Tips

Ensure croissants are stale to prevent mushiness; day-old works best.
For extra crispiness, broil for the last minute, watching carefully to prevent burning.
This bake is excellent served with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream.