Chocolate Almond Croissants
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade Chocolate Almond Croissants, where rich dark chocolate meets sweet almond paste enveloped in flaky puff pastry. These pastries are perfect for any time of day—whether it’s a cozy breakfast, an elegant brunch, or a charming afternoon snack. The combination of textures and flavors creates a truly satisfying experience that will surely impress family and friends. Enjoy the heavenly aroma wafting through your kitchen as you bake these exquisite treats at home!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes 8 croissants 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of puff pastry (2 sheets, thawed)
- 100g dark chocolate (3.5 oz, chopped or in chip form)
- 100g almond paste (3.5 oz)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into four equal triangles.
- In a small bowl, mix chopped dark chocolate with almond paste until well combined.
- Place about a tablespoon of the filling near the wide end of each triangle and roll it towards the point tightly.
- Arrange rolled croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the egg and milk, then brush this mixture over the tops of the croissants.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar and optionally sprinkle with chocolate shavings before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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