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Safe ways to use croissant past its expiration date

Croissant French Toast

Croissant French Toast

A delightful and indulgent French toast recipe that transforms stale croissants into a delicious breakfast treat while ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 4 stale croissants
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Maple syrup and fresh berries, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
  3. Cut the stale croissants in half horizontally.
  4. Dip each croissant half into the egg mixture, ensuring it is well coated on both sides.
  5. Melt a tablespoon of butter on the preheated skillet or griddle.
  6. Place the dipped croissant halves on the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and heated through.
  7. Repeat with the remaining croissant halves, adding more butter as needed.
  8. Serve the croissant French toast warm with maple syrup and fresh berries.
  9. Enjoy your delicious breakfast!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Croissant Breakfast Casserole

Croissant Breakfast Casserole

A savory breakfast casserole made with slightly expired croissants, reducing food waste while ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
45 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 4 slightly expired croissants
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 cup diced vegetables
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish.
  3. Cut the croissants into bite-sized pieces and spread them in the baking dish.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the egg mixture over the croissants.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese and diced vegetables on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown on top.
  8. Let it cool slightly before serving.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Croissant Bread Pudding

Croissant Bread Pudding

A delicious and comforting bread pudding made using expired croissants, reducing food waste while ensuring food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 4 stale croissants
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the stale croissants into small pieces.
  3. In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
  5. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking continuously.
  6. Add the croissant pieces and raisins (if using) to the mixture and gently toss until well combined.
  7. Grease a baking dish and pour the croissant mixture into it.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the pudding is set and golden brown on top.
  9. Allow the pudding to cool for a few minutes before serving.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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