Flashback Friday: Pain Au Chocolat

Five years ago, I went to Vietnam with my family during Christmas. In Vietnam, we became addicted to chocolate croissants, also known as pain au chocolat. We ate the deliciously flaky croissants every morning for breakfast. My sister came home in April, and when I asked her what she wanted for a welcome home treat, all she wanted was a chocolate croissant. I, being the dedicated  brother I am, wanted to make it from scratch. My mother, being the realist she is, knew I didn't have the time to do it. So to make it easier, I decided to try Nigella Lawson's chocolate croissants.

The recipe use pre-made puff pastry, which makes it ten times easier. When the croissant comes out of the oven it is tender and flaky. The chocolate on the inside is mouthwateringly melted so when you bite into the croissant the chocolate explodes in your mouth.

They turned out great for pre-made dough. This recipe would be a great last-minute party food because they are easy to do and they make a lot! Sadly, these don't last that long--four days at the most. That is, if you don't eat them all first!