Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of baking homemade Chocolate Croissants, a treat that will elevate your breakfast or brunch to gourmet levels. These flaky pastries feature layers of buttery dough enveloping rich dark chocolate batons, providing an irresistible combination of flavor and texture. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or warmed later, these croissants are sure to impress family and friends alike. With minimal ingredients and straightforward techniques, you can recreate the magic of a Parisian bakery in your own kitchen. Perfect for any occasion, these croissants make a statement with their impressive appearance and delectable filling.

Ingredients

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500 g all-purpose flour
10 g salt
50 g sugar
10 g yeast
250 ml cold water
50 g softened butter
250 g cold butter slab
120 g 70% dark chocolate batons
1 egg (for egg wash)

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Instructions

Prepare all ingredients by measuring accurately. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Add cold water and softened butter; mix until shaggy dough forms.
Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Flatten the cold butter slab into a rectangle (15×20 cm). Roll out the chilled dough to about 30×40 cm, place the butter in the center, and fold over like a letter to seal.
Roll out again to 30×40 cm, fold into thirds, wrap, and chill for another 30 minutes. Repeat this step two more times for a total of three turns.
Roll out the final dough to about 4 mm thick into a rectangle (60×30 cm). Cut into rectangles (10×12 cm) and place chocolate on one end; roll tightly.
Place croissants seam side down on a parchment-lined tray. Proof for about two hours in a warm spot until puffy.
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Brush tops with whisked egg and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 60 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 croissant (85g)
Calories: 300
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg