Description
Indulge in the heavenly delight of homemade chocolate croissants that taste like bakery bliss. These flaky pastries, filled with rich chocolate batons, are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. With their buttery layers and irresistible aroma, they will transform any occasion into a gourmet experience. This easy-to-follow recipe allows bakers of all skill levels to create delicious croissants right in their kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 1/2 cups cold whole milk or almond milk
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened but cold
- 12 pieces chocolate batons or semi-sweet chocolate
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Gradually add cold milk until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 90 minutes.
- Place butter between parchment paper and roll into a rectangle about 1/2-inch thick; chill until firm.
- Roll out dough into a large rectangle; place butter in the center and fold the dough over it completely.
- Roll out again and perform letter folds three times, chilling for 30 minutes between folds.
- Cut triangles from the final dough and place chocolate at the base; roll towards the tip.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush with egg wash (or milk) and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 230 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (85g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg