Petit Pain Au Chocolat Recipe

Recreate the irresistible Parisian pastry, Petit Pain Au Chocolat, at home! This recipe, inspired by a Nestle creation, lets you enjoy these delightful chocolate-filled croissants anytime. Perfectly flaky layers of buttery dough envelop rich, dark chocolate, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth treat. No more searching – now you can bake your own batch of these coveted pastries.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 565.9 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Petit Pain Au Chocolat

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How to Make Petit Pain Au Chocolat

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add the water, mixing until a dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle (approximately 12x18 inches).
  5. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border.
  6. Starting from the long side, tightly roll the dough into a log.
  7. Cut the log into 1-inch thick slices.
  8. Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. Let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

106g

Fat

69g

Carbs

19g

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