Description
Homemade Chocolate Croissants are a delightful indulgence that brings the warmth of a bakery right into your kitchen. With their flaky, buttery layers and rich, melting chocolate filling, these treats are perfect for brunch or a cozy afternoon snack. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, they promise an experience that will delight your taste buds and fill your home with an irresistible aroma.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (chilled)
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces dark chocolate bars
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Add warm milk and mix until a shaggy dough forms; knead until smooth.
- Roll chilled butter between parchment paper into a rectangle. Place on the center of the dough rectangle.
- Fold the dough over the butter like a book cover and gently roll it out into a long rectangle.
- Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes; repeat rolling and folding two more times for flakiness.
- Cut the final dough into triangles, place chocolate at the wide end, and roll tightly towards the tip.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake croissants on parchment-lined sheet 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 (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg