These homemade chocolate croissants are flaky, buttery, and filled with rich chocolate. Perfect for a special breakfast or a delightful treat.
Preparation time
3h
Cooking time
20min
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 10 grams active dry yeast
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 grams chocolate
- 1 egg
- 240 ml milk
- 10 grams salt
- 50 grams sugar
- 250 grams unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
Step 2
Heat milk until warm but not hot. Add to dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Step 3
Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
Step 4
Roll out the dough into a rectangle. Place cold butter slices over two-thirds of the dough.
Step 5
Fold the dough into thirds, like a letter. Roll out again and fold. Repeat this process three times.
Step 6
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Step 7
Roll out the dough and cut into triangles. Place chocolate at the base of each triangle and roll up.
Step 8
Place croissants on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise for 1 hour.
Step 9
Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F). Brush croissants with beaten egg.
Step 10
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before serving.