Description

Indulge in buttery, flaky homemade chocolate croissants made from scratch with layers of rich dough and melted chocolate—perfect for breakfast or a luxurious treat.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110°F)
1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, cold
1 egg (for egg wash)
4 oz semisweet or dark chocolate, chopped

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Instructions

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
In a large bowl, mix the milk, sugar, salt, and yeast mixture.
Gradually add the flour and mix until a dough forms. Knead lightly, shape into a rectangle, cover, and chill for 30 minutes.
Roll out the dough into a large rectangle. Slice cold butter and arrange on two-thirds of the dough, then fold like a letter. Chill for 30 minutes.
Repeat rolling and folding the dough three more times, chilling between each fold for 30 minutes.
Roll the dough into a large rectangle, then cut into triangles.
Place a few chocolate pieces at the wide end of each triangle and roll toward the point to form croissants.
Place croissants on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise for 1 to 2 hours until puffy.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Beat egg and brush over the croissants.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for best results.
For a richer flavor, refrigerate the shaped croissants overnight and bake in the morning.
Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 croissant
Calories: 320
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg