Mocha croissants—because why settle for plain pastry when you can combine coffee, chocolate, and buttery goodness? These croissants aren’t just a treat, they’re a mood. You know the drill: flaky, soft, with just the right touch of espresso and chocolate. Forget those boring, dry pastries you’ve been eating, it’s time to upgrade to something that says, “Yes, I have taste and I know it.” This recipe doesn’t just satisfy your pastry craving—it caters to your inner caffeine addict. Prepare yourself for a croissant that doesn’t just impress, it conquers your taste buds.
Mocha Croissants
Mocha croissants blend the richness of coffee and chocolate with the flakiness of a buttery croissant for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Croissants:
- 1 package puff pastry thawed
- 1/4 cup espresso or strong coffee
- 2 oz semisweet chocolate chopped
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg beaten, for brushing
For the Mocha Glaze:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp espresso or strong coffee
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the mocha filling: In a small bowl, mix espresso and melted chocolate until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- Roll the pastry: Unfold the puff pastry and cut into triangles. Spoon a little mocha filling onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the croissants: Starting from the wide end, roll up each triangle tightly into a croissant shape.
- Egg wash: Brush the tops of each croissant with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake: Place on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden and flaky.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, espresso, and vanilla. Drizzle over baked croissants.
- Serve: Let the glaze set for a minute, then enjoy your mocha croissants with a cup of coffee.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 5%
- Vitamin B12: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Customize it: Try adding a sprinkle of cinnamon to the glaze for an extra kick.
- Dough options: You can make these with homemade dough, but who’s got time for that? Just buy pre-made puff pastry.
- Serve it right: Pair with a hot mocha for a double coffee experie
