Pain au Chocolat

Pain au Chocolat is a classic French pastry featuring a flaky, buttery dough wrapped around rich dark chocolate. Perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack, it offers a delicious indulgence that complements a morning coffee.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 250 grams
• unsalted butter - 150 grams (cold)
• active dry yeast - 7 grams
• granulated sugar - 30 grams
• salt - 5 grams
• milk - 125 ml (warm)
• dark chocolate (70% cacao) - 100 grams (chopped)
• egg - 1 (for egg wash)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture.
3. Knead the dough until smooth, then wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. Roll out the cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper into a rectangle, about 1 cm thick.
5. Roll out the dough into a rectangle, place the butter in the center, and fold the dough over the butter like a letter.
6. Roll out the dough to a larger rectangle, then fold it into thirds. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
7. Repeat the rolling and folding process two more times (for a total of three folds).
8. Roll out the dough one last time into a rectangle, then cut it into 4 equal rectangles.
9. Place a piece of chocolate at one end of each rectangle, then roll it up tightly.
10. Place the rolled pastries on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
11. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg.
12. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a source of carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains some protein and fat, contributing to a balanced meal.

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