Chocolate Croissants from Scratch
Indulge in the irresistible charm of homemade Chocolate Croissants from Scratch. This delightful recipe guides you through the art of creating flaky, buttery layers filled with rich dark chocolate. Perfect for breakfast, brunch gatherings, or a sweet afternoon treat, these croissants are sure to impress your family and friends. With a little patience and the right technique, you’ll master the lamination process that brings out the perfect texture, resulting in a pastry that’s both light and decadent. Elevate your baking skills and enjoy the satisfaction of crafting these gourmet delights in your own kitchen!
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chocolate batons
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
- Gradually add warm milk while stirring to form a dough; knead briefly until smooth.
- Chill dough wrapped in plastic for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare cold butter by rolling it between parchment sheets into a rectangle; refrigerate until firm but pliable.
- Roll chilled dough into a rectangle; encase the butter by folding over edges.
- Laminate the dough by rolling it out and folding it into thirds; refrigerate after each fold.
- Cut triangles from rolled-out dough for shaping croissants with chocolate filling.
- Let shaped croissants rise until doubled before baking at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (75g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg