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Homemade Chocolate Croissants

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Indulge in the delightful experience of Homemade Chocolate Croissants. These flaky pastries, filled with rich dark chocolate, will transport you to a Parisian café with every bite. Perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon treat, they are surprisingly easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Each croissant offers a crispy exterior and a gooey chocolate center, creating a heavenly blend of textures and flavors that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 8 croissants 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought)
  • 2 oz dark chocolate (high-quality)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 2 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, unroll the puff pastry and cut it into triangles about 5 inches wide at the base.
  3. Place a small piece of dark chocolate near the base of each triangle.
  4. Roll each triangle tightly from the base to the tip and pinch edges to seal.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together the egg and milk for the egg wash; brush over each croissant.
  6. Sprinkle with granulated sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
  • Author: Olivia Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 croissant
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg