Orange Croissant Breakfast Bake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 2 qt baking dish (8-inch square works well) with butter or nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add sugar and beat until fully incorporated, then add eggs, milk, orange zest, and almond extract and again mix to combine.

Step 4

Place chopped croissants in prepared baking dish and place dollops of marmalade among them, stirring a bit to distribute if needed.

Step 5

Pour cream cheese mixture over croissants, then cover dish tightly with foil.

Step 6

Bake 30 minutes, then uncover and bake until top is golden brown and toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 15 more minutes.

Step 7

Let cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve. Enjoy!