Chocolate Croissants
Chocolate croissants are a delectable breakfast treat that combines flaky, buttery pastry with rich, melted dark chocolate. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy morning at home, these croissants are easy to make and incredibly satisfying. The aroma of freshly baked chocolate croissants wafting through your kitchen is simply irresistible, making them a must-try recipe for any chocolate lover.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry (about 14 oz)
- 4 oz high-quality dark chocolate
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water
- Flour (for dusting)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by dusting with flour to prevent sticking.
- Roll out the puff pastry on the floured surface until slightly thinner.
- Cut the rolled pastry into triangles about 5 inches wide at the base.
- Place a piece of dark chocolate at the base of each triangle and roll tightly toward the tip.
- Brush each croissant with a mixture of beaten egg and water for a golden finish.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (80g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg