Description
Chocolate Croissants are the ultimate indulgence for pastry lovers, offering a delightful combination of flaky pastry and rich, melted chocolate. With their golden-brown exterior and gooey center, these croissants elevate any meal from breakfast to brunch. Perfectly versatile, you can enjoy them plain or customize with your favorite fillings. Follow this simple recipe for a homemade treat that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Add flour, sugar, and salt; mix well. Incorporate cold butter until crumbly.
- Knead gently on a floured surface until smooth. Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour or until doubled.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle (¼ inch thick). Cut into triangles.
- Place chocolate at the base of each triangle; roll up tightly towards the tip.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange croissants on lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg