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Golden brown croissant casserole with bursting blueberries and creamy filling
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Blueberry Cream Cheese Croissant Casserole (High Protein)

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 385kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 large croissants , cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 oz low -fat cream cheese, softened
  • 2 scoops (60g) vanilla whey protein isolate
  • 1.5 cups fresh blueberries
  • 4 large whole eggs
  • 1 cup liquid egg whites
  • 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a small mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder and 2 tablespoons of monk fruit sweetener until smooth.
  • Spread half of the cubed croissants in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Drop small dollops of the cream cheese mixture over the croissants and scatter half of the blueberries.
  • Layer the remaining croissant cubes on top.
  • In a separate large bowl, whisk together the whole eggs, egg whites, almond milk, remaining protein powder, remaining monk fruit sweetener, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
  • Slowly pour the liquid custard over the croissants, ensuring all pieces are submerged or coated. Press down lightly with a spatula to aid absorption.
  • Top with the remaining blueberries.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or or until the custard is set and the croissants are golden brown.
  • Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.