Chocolate-Filled Croissants

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Chocolate-Filled Croissants
45 min.
24
126kcal

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Indulge your senses with these exquisite Chocolate-Filled Croissants, a delightful treat that's both vegetarian and gluten-free. Perfect for an antipasti platter, a stylish starter, or a satisfying snack, these flaky pastries are sure to impress your family and friends. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can create a batch of 24 croissants that are not only delicious but also light on the calories at just 126 kcal each.

The heart of this recipe lies in the rich chocolate filling, which adds a touch of decadence to each bite. The combination of active dry yeast and butter gives the croissants their signature flakiness, while the careful folding and chilling process ensures they rise beautifully in the oven. Whether you're serving them at a brunch gathering or enjoying them as an afternoon treat, these croissants will be a hit on any occasion.

Get ready to treat your taste buds to the perfect balance of sweetness and buttery goodness. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll find that making these Chocolate-Filled Croissants at home is not only rewarding but also a fun kitchen adventure. Don't forget to pair them with your favorite beverage for an unforgettable experience. Happy baking!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 ounce yeast dry
  • cup butter softened
  • large eggs 
  • 0.7 cup milk 
  •  bar chocolate candy 
  • teaspoons salt 
  • tablespoons sugar divided
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil
  • wax paper
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Press butter into a 10- x 8-inch rectangle on wax paper; chill.
  2. Combine yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar, and water in a 2-cup liquid measuring cup; let stand 5 minutes.
  3. Heat milk to 105 to 11
  4. Combine yeast mixture, warm milk, remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 cups flour, and next 3 ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Beat mixture at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to make a soft dough.
  5. Turn dough out onto a floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes).
  6. Place in a well-greased bowl, turning to grease top.
  7. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.
  8. Punch dough down. Cover with plastic wrap, and chill dough 1 hour.
  9. Punch dough down; turn out onto a lightly floured surface, and roll into a 24- x 10-inch rectangle.
  10. Place chilled butter rectangle in center of dough rectangle, and carefully fold dough over butter. Pinch edges to seal.
  11. Roll dough into an 18- x 10-inch rectangle; fold into thirds, beginning with short side. Cover and chill 1 hour.
  12. Repeat rolling and folding procedure twice, chilling dough 30 minutes each time. Wrap dough in aluminum foil, and chill 8 hours.
  13. Divide dough into 4 equal portions.
  14. Roll 1 portion into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface, and cut into 6 wedges (keep remaining dough chilled).
  15. Place 2 to 3 tiny rectangles of a milk chocolate candy bar, beginning on the wide end of each croissant dough wedge, and roll up each wedge, tightly.
  16. Place, point side down, on greased baking sheets, gently curving rolls into crescent shapes. Cover and let rise in a warm place, free from drafts, 30 minutes or until doubled in bulk.
  17. Place 2 or 3 tiny rectangles of a milk chocolate candy bar on the wide end of each croissant dough wedge, and roll up each wedge.
  18. Bake at 425 for 8 minutes or until lightly golden. Cool croissants slightly on baking sheets, and transfer to wire racks to cool. Repeat procedure with remaining dough portions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories126kcal
Protein3.91%
Fat81.96%
Carbs14.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.59
Glycemic Load
1.17
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.0856521656008%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:126.15kcal
6.31%
Fat:11.71g
18.02%
Saturated Fat:6.33g
39.55%
Carbohydrates:4.54g
1.51%
Net Carbohydrates:4.23g
1.54%
Sugar:3.77g
4.19%
Cholesterol:36.73mg
12.24%
Sodium:269.7mg
11.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.26g
2.52%
Vitamin A:269.84IU
5.4%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.86%
Vitamin K:4.94µg
4.7%
Folate:16.31µg
4.08%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.41%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.07%
Selenium:1.83µg
2.62%
Phosphorus:24.92mg
2.49%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.17%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.9%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.5%
Calcium:14.28mg
1.43%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.32%
Fiber:0.31g
1.25%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.23%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.21%
Copper:0.02mg
1.17%
Potassium:37.27mg
1.06%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.05%
Magnesium:4.17mg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes