Easy Chocolate Filled Croissant
Flaky, buttery croissants filled with rich, gooey chocolate. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a special dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 package 14.1 ounces frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate coarsely chopped or chocolate chips
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- Optional: Coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly flour a clean surface and unfold one sheet of thawed puff pastry.
- Cut the pastry sheet into 12-16 large triangles.
- Place about a tablespoon of chopped chocolate at the base of each triangle.
- Starting at the base, roll up each triangle towards the point to form a crescent shape.
- Place the rolled croissants onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash.
- Brush the tops of the croissants with the egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.