Easy Puff Pastry Chocolate Croissants Recipe
Delight in these easy-to-make Puff Pastry Chocolate Croissants that combine flaky, golden puff pastry with rich dark chocolate. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, this recipe requires minimal ingredients and delivers impressive bakery-style results right from your oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 croissants 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 package of puff pastry (2 sheets)
Filling
- 1 to 1¼ cups dark chocolate chips
Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Topping
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to ensure easy cleanup.
- Make the Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water until fully combined. Set aside; this will be used to give the croissants a beautiful golden finish.
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Allow the puff pastry sheets to thaw at room temperature according to package instructions. Remove the puff pastry from its packaging and unroll both sheets on a clean surface. Cut each sheet into 6 equal rectangles by dividing the sheet in half lengthwise and then cutting each half into thirds. This will yield 12 rectangles total.
- Assemble the Croissants: Place a small spoonful of dark chocolate chips in the center of each puff pastry rectangle. Starting from the shorter side, gently fold one side of the pastry over the chocolate chips, pressing down lightly. Then fold the other side over the top, gently pressing again to seal the pastry. For a stronger seal, moisten your finger with a drop of water and run it along the seam to help keep the pastry intact during baking.
- Bake the Croissants: Arrange the folded pastries seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops and edges of each pastry with the prepared egg wash to promote browning. Bake for 20–23 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed up and golden brown. Ovens vary, so start checking around 15 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- Serve: Allow the croissants to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a serving tray. Just before serving, lightly dust the tops with powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry sheets are properly thawed but still cool to handle easily without sticking.
- Use good quality dark chocolate chips for best flavor and melting properties.
- If you prefer, you can substitute chocolate chips with chocolate chunks or chopped chocolate bars.
- Brush the edges with water instead of egg wash for a more matte finish if desired.
- These croissants are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated and reheated in a warm oven briefly to restore crispness.
- To make mini croissants, cut puff pastry into smaller squares and adjust baking time accordingly.
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