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Easy Puff Pastry Chocolate Croissants (Pain au Chocolat)

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Make bakery-style, flaky chocolate croissants at home using store-bought puff pastry. This simple recipe delivers buttery layers and melted chocolate quickly, perfect for a weekend brunch or quick breakfast treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (14.1 ounces) all-butter puff pastry, thawed according to package directions
  • 6 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, cut into sticks or use chocolate batons
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets onto a lightly floured surface. If the pastry is one large sheet, cut it in half lengthwise to create two rectangles.
  3. Cut each rectangle into three equal squares, resulting in six squares total.
  4. Place one piece of chocolate near one edge of a square. Brush the edges of the pastry square lightly with the egg wash (egg mixed with water).
  5. Roll the pastry up tightly around the chocolate, starting from the side with the chocolate piece. You want the seam to be on the bottom.
  6. Place the rolled croissant seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining pastry and chocolate.
  7. Brush the tops of the croissants generously with the remaining egg wash for a golden finish.
  8. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the croissants are puffed, golden brown, and flaky.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm.

Notes

  • If you do not have chocolate sticks, you can use chocolate chips, placing about 1 teaspoon of chips near the edge before rolling.
  • For extra shine, you can brush the warm croissants with a little melted butter immediately after they come out of the oven.
  • This recipe is a great option for make-ahead breakfast pastries; you can assemble them, cover them, and chill them for up to 12 hours before brushing with egg wash and baking.

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