Pain Au Chocolat Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Egg Wash
Method
Dough Preparation
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm milk (110°F) and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt until well combined.
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. Add the activated yeast mixture and the egg. Mix until a dough begins to form.
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Lamination
Prepare Butter
While the dough is rising, take the unsalted butter and place it between two sheets of parchment paper. Roll it out into a flat rectangle about 1/2 inch thick, then refrigerate.
Incorporate Butter
Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a large rectangle (about 12x24 inches). Place the chilled butter in the center and fold the dough over it like a book, sealing the edges.
Roll and Fold
Roll out the dough again into a large rectangle. Fold it into thirds (like a letter), wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Repeat this process two more times for a total of three folds.
Shaping
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the Dough
Roll out the final dough into a rectangle about 12x18 inches. Cut it into rectangles (about 4x6 inches).
Add Chocolate
Place a piece of chocolate at one end of each rectangle and roll tightly to form a croissant shape.
Second Rise
Place the shaped pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Baking
Prepare Egg Wash
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water.
Bake
Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
Cool and Serve
Allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
