Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 large croissants (broken into bite-sized pieces)
  • 10 large eggs
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup (plus additional for serving)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 cans apple pie filling
  • confectioners sugar (optional)

Instruction

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, butter, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
  • Place the broken croissants evenly into the bottom of a prepared 9x13 baking dish that has been sprayed with baking spray.
  • Pour the egg mixture evenly over the broken croissant pieces, making sure to press the croissants into the egg mixture.
  • Spread the apple pie filling evenly over top of the croissant egg mixture.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours, but overnight is best.
  • Preheat the oven to 350-degrees.
  • Allow the croissant bake to sit at room temperature at least 45 minutes before baking.
  • Bake the casserole for 90 minutes, or until the center is set, the casserole is puffed, and the top is golden brown.
  • Allow the casserole to sit for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Sprinkle with confectioners sugar before serving and additional maple syrup if desired.