Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of homemade chocolate croissants! These flaky, buttery pastries are filled with rich dark chocolate, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven on a leisurely Sunday morning or as an afternoon snack, this easy recipe guarantees a luxurious experience that will impress family and friends alike. Get ready to elevate your baking game and savor every bite of these heavenly creations.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1 cup whole milk, warm
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing warm milk and sugar in a small bowl; stir in yeast and let sit until frothy (5-10 minutes).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture; mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Roll chilled dough into a rectangle (1/4 inch thick). Place cold butter in the center; fold edges over to encase it.
- Roll out again into a rectangle, fold into thirds, and repeat two more times to create layers.
- Roll out final time into rectangles; cut into triangles and place chocolate chips at the base before rolling tightly.
- Let rolled croissants rise on parchment-lined sheets for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg