Buttery Croissant Cereal
This indulgent breakfast trend is pure luxury! Mini croissant pieces are baked until extra crispy, then served in a bowl with milk and honey like cereal. It's buttery, flaky, and ridiculously decadent. Not an everyday breakfast, but a fun treat that feels special!
Ingredients
- 4 croissants (day-old work best)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Pinch of cinnamon
- For serving: cold milk
- Extra honey for drizzling
- Fresh berries (optional)
Instructions
- 1 Preheat oven to 350°F.
- 2 Cut croissants into small bite-sized pieces (about 1-inch cubes).
- 3 Spread croissant pieces on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- 4 In a small bowl, mix melted butter, honey, and cinnamon.
- 5 Drizzle the butter mixture over the croissant pieces and toss to coat.
- 6 Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- 7 Let cool slightly (they'll crisp up more as they cool).
- 8 Transfer to a bowl.
- 9 Pour cold milk over the croissant pieces.
- 10 Drizzle with extra honey.
- 11 Top with fresh berries if desired.
- 12 Eat immediately before they get too soggy.
Chef's Tips
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Day-old or slightly stale croissants work better than fresh - they crisp up nicely.
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Watch carefully while baking to prevent burning.
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These are best eaten immediately after adding milk.
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For a chocolate version, add cocoa powder to the butter mixture.
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Try adding sliced almonds or pecans before baking.
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This is extremely rich - a little goes a long way.
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Make the croissant pieces ahead and store in an airtight container, add milk when ready to eat.
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 380kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 7g |
| Carbohydrates | 42g |
| Fat | 20g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugar | 14g |
| Sodium | 320mg |
*Nutrition values are approximate per serving and based on ingredients listed. Values may vary based on specific brands used.