Petits Pains Au Chocolat

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Petits Pains Au Chocolat for a cozy breakfast or a fancy dessert

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 sheets frozen puff pastry , thawed , each sheet cut into 12 squares ( one 17.3 ounce package )
	1 large egg , beaten to blend with 1 T. water
	14 ounces imported milk chocolate , cut into 6 2x3/4inch pieces
	sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

350

Sugar

16g

Fat

22g

Petits Pains Au Chocolat, also known as chocolate croissants, originated in France and have become a popular pastry all over the world. Made with flaky puff pastry and rich milk chocolate, these pastries are the perfect indulgence for any chocolate lover. They can be enjoyed as a cozy breakfast or a fancy dessert, and are sure to impress any guest. As an added bonus, they are easy to make and require only a few ingredients.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
3.	Unfold the pastry sheets.
4.	Cut each sheet into 6 equal squares.
5.	Place a chocolate piece on top of each pastry square.
6.	Brush the edges with egg mixture.
7.	Fold the pastry diagonally over the chocolate to cover.
8.	Press the edges firmly to seal and form a triangle.
9.	Brush the turnovers with egg mixture.
10.	Sprinkle sugar on top of each triangle.
11.	Cut 2 small slits on top of each triangle.
12.	Place the triangles on the prepared baking sheets.
13.	Chill in the fridge for 15 minutes.
14.	Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Petits Pains Au Chocolat are a delicious combination of crispy pastry and soft chocolate, perfect for a cozy breakfast or a fancy dessert.

They are easy to make and require only a few ingredients.

CONS

These pastries are high in calories and sugar.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest breakfast or dessert option, Petits Pains Au Chocolat can be enjoyed as an occasional treat.
The dark chocolate in this recipe is rich in antioxidants and has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and improving brain function.