Pistachio Chocolate Croissants
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with this Pistachio Chocolate Croissants Recipe. These decadent croissant pockets combine flaky pastry with a rich pistachio crème and luscious dark chocolate filling, creating a symphony of flavors that will enchant your taste buds. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy brunch with friends or an elegant dessert to impress loved ones, these treats are sure to bring smiles all around. With their golden-brown exterior and creamy center, every bite is a little piece of heaven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (60% cocoa content)
- ½ cup pistachio paste
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (or coconut cream)
- 1 can croissant dough (about 8 oz)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: melted dark chocolate and chopped roasted pistachios for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt dark chocolate in intervals of 20 seconds until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk together pistachio paste, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Unroll the croissant dough and cut into triangles or rectangles if desired.
- Spoon half a tablespoon of pistachio crème on one side and half a tablespoon of melted chocolate on the opposite side of each triangle.
- Fold the dough over the filling and seal edges firmly using your fingers or a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg for a shiny finish.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg