Pain au Chocolat
Pain au Chocolat is a French pastry made from laminated yeast dough folded around dark chocolate, producing thin, flaky layers with a rich, buttery interior. The process involves chilling and folding the dough several times to build those layers, so set aside a few hours from start to finish. They are traditionally eaten at breakfast or as a morning snack.
Equipment
- 1 Rolling pin
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Parchment Paper
- 1 Pastry brush
- 1 Sharp knife
Ingredients
Croissant Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter cut into cubes
- ⅔ cup cold milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 packet instant yeast
Filling & Glaze
- 8 sticks dark chocolate use high-quality for best results
- 1 large egg beaten, for glaze
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes into the flour mixture and incorporate using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse bread crumbs.
- Pour in the cold milk and mix until a shaggy dough forms. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
- Roll the dough into a rectangle on a floured surface, approximately 18x10 inches.
- Fold the rectangle into thirds, like a letter, then roll out again into the same size. Repeat folding one more time, then wrap and refrigerate for another 1 hour.
- Roll the dough out to a 20x12-inch rectangle. Cut the rectangle into eight equal strips.
- Place a stick of dark chocolate at the end of each strip and roll it up tightly. Ensure the seams are sealed well to prevent chocolate leakage.
- Place each roll on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).Brush each roll with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Notes
- For a professional touch, consider using European-style butter for a richer taste and flakier texture.
- If you prefer a semi-sweet filling, you can substitute milk chocolate for dark chocolate.
Nutrition
Calories: 359kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 312mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 776IUVitamin C: 0.003mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 2mg
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