Berry Croissant Bake (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 4 large croissants, broken into small pieces (already baked, not croissant dough)

→ Berries

02 - 1 cup strawberries, sliced
03 - ½ cup blueberries
04 - ½ cup raspberries

→ Custard Mixture

05 - 1 block (8 ounces/225g) cream cheese, softened
06 - 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
07 - 3/4 cup (180ml) milk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Spray a 23cm (9-inch) square baking dish with cooking spray.
02 - Spread the broken croissant pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish. Distribute all berries evenly over the croissant layer.
03 - Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until fluffy. Gradually incorporate sugar, milk, eggs, and vanilla, mixing until well combined. Pour this custard mixture evenly over the croissants and berries.
04 - Cover dish and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 14 hours. Remove cover and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with syrup.

# Handy Tips:

01 - This bake can be prepared the night before and refrigerated until ready to bake, making it perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings.