Quick and Easy Chocolate Croissants

Who says you need to spend hours in the kitchen to enjoy warm, flaky chocolate croissants? These Easy Chocolate Croissants are a shortcut version of the classic French treat, made with buttery puff pastry and rich chocolate. Perfect for a quick breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these croissants are a delightful way to enjoy a bakery-quality indulgence at home with minimal effort.

Ingredients

For the Croissants:

• 2 packages (28 oz total) All-butter puff pastry, thawed but kept cold in the fridge (2 sheets)
• 1 cup Chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (good quality)

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 egg whisked with 1 tsp water

For Dusting:

• Powdered sugar (optional, after baking)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Puff Pastry

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. On a lightly floured surface, unfold one sheet of puff pastry and roll it out gently to smooth the folds, keeping the edges even.

Step 2: Cut and Fill

1. Cut the puff pastry sheet into 6 rectangles (or smaller if you prefer mini croissants).
2. Place a few chocolate chips or a small amount of chopped chocolate at one short end of each rectangle.

Step 3: Roll and Shape

1. Starting at the chocolate-filled end, roll each rectangle tightly into a cylinder, ensuring the seam is on the bottom to prevent unrolling during baking.
2. Repeat with the second sheet of puff pastry.

Step 4: Brush with Egg Wash

1. Arrange the rolled croissants on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart.
2. Brush each croissant with the egg wash to give them a golden, glossy finish.

Step 5: Bake

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the croissants are puffed and golden brown.
2. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet.

Step 6: Finish and Serve

1. Once slightly cooled, dust the croissants with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness (optional).
2. Serve warm and enjoy!

Conclusion

These Easy Chocolate Croissants are proof that you don’t need to be a pastry chef to enjoy a luxurious treat at home. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up a batch of buttery, flaky croissants filled with melty chocolate in no time. Perfect with a cup of coffee or tea, these croissants are sure to become a household favorite for any time of day. Bon appétit!