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HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS / PAIN AU CHOCOLAT! -2 Ingredients!

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Pains Au Chocolat

Cultural Context

Pains au Chocolat, a beloved French pastry, hails from the rich culinary traditions of France, particularly popular in the southwest regions. Traditionally enjoyed as a breakfast item or snack, these flaky pastries filled with dark chocolate are a staple in French bakeries. Over time, they have gained international popularity, often enjoyed in cafes around the world, symbolizing the joy of French patisserie.

FrenchISdessert
180 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
puff pastry
Nutella or any chocolate spread
1 egg yolk

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is lower in saturated fat.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate with stevia

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Stevia version reduces sugar content.

1

Roll out the puff pastry with a rolling pin.

2

Divide the pastry into three sections with a knife.

3

Cut the pastry diagonally to create six pieces.

4

Place a tablespoon of Nutella chocolate spread on the wider area of each triangle.

5

Take an egg yolk and egg wash the sides of the pastry triangles.

6

Starting from the large section, roll up each triangle to form a croissant.

7

Place the rolled croissants on a baking tray.

8

Lightly egg wash the tops of each croissant.

9

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.

10

Bake the croissants for about 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Chocolate CroissantsChocolatine

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