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Easy Puff Pastry Chocolate Croissants

A flaky, golden brown chocolate croissant cut in half revealing melted chocolate filling.
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Make flaky, buttery chocolate croissants quickly using store-bought puff pastry for a bakery-style treat at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (14.1 ounces) all-butter puff pastry, thawed according to package directions
  • 4 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate, cut into 1/2-inch thick sticks (about 12 sticks)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll the thawed puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface. If the pastry is rectangular, trim the edges slightly to make a cleaner shape. Cut the pastry sheet lengthwise into two equal rectangles.
  3. Cut each rectangle crosswise into 6 equal strips, creating 12 long strips in total.
  4. Place one chocolate stick near the short end of a pastry strip. Roll the pastry over the chocolate once, then place a second chocolate stick near the new edge and continue rolling until the entire strip is rolled up. The seam should be on the bottom.
  5. Place the rolled croissant seam-side down on the prepared baking sheets. Repeat with the remaining strips and chocolate. You should have 12 croissants.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the tops and sides of each croissant lightly with the egg wash. Sprinkle with granulated sugar if desired.
  7. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the croissants are puffed, golden brown, and flaky.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use high-quality chocolate bars rather than chips for the best melt and flavor.
  • If you want a shinier finish, brush the baked croissants with a little melted butter immediately after they come out of the oven.
  • For a faster prep, you can cut the chocolate into small batons or use two squares of a chocolate bar for each roll.

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