Delight in the elegance of French patisseries with this uncomplicated recipe for Homemade Chocolate Croissants, also known as Pain au Chocolat. Flaky puff pastry wrapped around rich dark chocolate creates a simple yet indulgent treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 roll (400 g) of refrigerated puff pastry
- 100 g dark chocolate drops
- For brushing: 1 egg yolk mixed with a teaspoon of cream or milk
Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to a warm 180°C with the fan on, setting the stage for baking.
- Unroll the puff pastry gently. With the long side facing you, sprinkle the dark chocolate drops across the surface, an even blanket of chocolatey promise.
- From the bottom edge, roll the pastry into a log, cocooning the chocolate drops in layers of pastry.
- Slice the log into 4-5 equal pieces, each one a future Pain au Chocolat.
- With a pastry brush, coat each piece with the egg yolk and cream mixture, giving them a golden glow.
- Place the pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, giving them room to puff into their final, flaky form.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until each Pain au Chocolat is golden and tempting.
- Allow them to cool slightly. For an extra touch of sweetness and shine, brush the tops with maple syrup.
- For a decorative finish, melt the remaining chocolate drops with a teaspoon of butter and drizzle over the pastries, creating chocolate stripes that adorn the golden pastry.
These easy-to-make Homemade Chocolate Croissants are perfect for capturing the essence of a leisurely French morning. Serve them warm, with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate, and enjoy a moment of delicious simplicity. Bon appétit! 👩🏻🍳🍫🥐
