Description
Homemade Chocolate Croissants are a delightful indulgence, combining flaky pastry with rich, gooey chocolate. The aroma of these freshly baked treats wafting through your kitchen is simply irresistible. Perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon pick-me-up, these croissants elevate any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can impress family and friends with this bakery-quality treat made right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 oz dark chocolate (high-quality)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Prepare your dough by thawing the puff pastry overnight in the refrigerator. Roll it out on a lightly floured surface until thin and flexible.
- Cut the rolled pastry into triangles (about 5 inches wide at the base).
- Place a small piece of dark chocolate near the base of each triangle.
- Roll each triangle from base to tip, tucking in the sides to form crescent shapes.
- Brush the tops with whisked egg for a golden finish.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg