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Chocolate Croissant

Indulge in the flaky layers and rich chocolate filling of a homemade chocolate croissant, perfect for any time of day.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Keyword: chocolate croissant, pastry, French dessert, baking
Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chopped
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 egg for egg wash

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  • In a separate bowl, warm the milk and water; then mix with dry ingredients.
  • Add softened butter and egg to the mixture, then knead until smooth.
  • Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  • Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.
  • Fold the dough into thirds, then roll it out again; repeat this twice.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Cut the dough into triangles, placing chocolate at the base.
  • Roll each triangle tightly towards the tip to form a croissant shape.
  • Place on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and brush croissants with egg wash before baking.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 1g