How to Make the Perfect Chocolate Croissants
French · Easy · 33 min · 8 servings
Chocolate Croissants are the ultimate kid friendly pastry that combines buttery flaky layers with melted chocolate inside. These simple store bought dough croissants stuffed with chocolate are perfect for a special weekend breakfast kids will beg for.
Why this recipe works
This Chocolate Croissants recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 33 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 310 calories with 5g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cans store bought crescent roll dough
- 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1 whole large egg beaten
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt flakes
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Open the crescent roll cans and separate each triangle of dough. Lay them flat on the parchment paper and brush each one lightly with melted butter.
Step 2: Add Chocolate and Roll
Place a small handful of chocolate chips at the wide base of each dough triangle. Roll each triangle from the wide end toward the tip tucking in the sides slightly to enclose the chocolate. Curve the ends gently to form a crescent shape.
Step 3: Egg Wash and Bake
Whisk together beaten egg and milk. Brush the egg wash generously over the top of each croissant. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until the croissants are deep golden brown and puffed. The chocolate inside will be beautifully melted.
Step 4: Finish and Serve
Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with a tiny pinch of sea salt flakes to enhance the chocolate flavor. Serve warm so the chocolate is still perfectly gooey inside.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- semi sweet chocolate chips → milk chocolate chips or Nutella for a sweeter kid friendly filling
- store bought crescent roll dough → homemade puff pastry for a more authentic croissant texture
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Rolling the dough too loosely causing the chocolate to leak out during baking
- Skipping the egg wash which gives croissants their signature golden shiny crust
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 310 calories, 5g protein, 32g carbs, 18g fat, 2g fiber.
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