Flaky Chocolate Croissants That Are Worth the Wait
Indulge in the delightful experience of making flaky chocolate croissants that are worth the wait. These homemade pastries combine rich, decadent chocolate with buttery layers, making them a perfect choice for breakfast or brunch. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a cozy morning at home, these croissants will impress your family and friends alike. Serve them warm with fresh fruit or alongside your favorite coffee for an unforgettable treat.
- Prep Time: 80 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
- 1 1/4 cups cold whole milk
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup chocolate batons or semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 tbsp milk (for brushing)
- confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl. Gradually add cold milk to form a dough.
- Knead on a floured surface until smooth and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll softened butter between parchment paper into a rectangle and chill until firm.
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, encasing the chilled butter completely.
- Fold the dough into thirds and roll out again; repeat this process two more times.
- Cut triangles from the dough, place chocolate at the base, and roll tightly to shape croissants.
- Let rise until doubled in size, then bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg