When buttery pastry, velvety chocolate, and earthy pistachios come together, you know you’re in for something spectacular. Pistachio Chocolate Croissants are the ultimate treat for nut lovers, combining the elegance of French pastry with a rich, nutty twist.

These croissants take the beloved pain au chocolat up a notch by adding pistachio cream or crushed pistachios for flavor and texture. The result is a luxurious pastry that’s flaky, golden, and irresistibly indulgent.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Nutty & Chocolatey Fusion – Pistachio balances the sweetness of chocolate beautifully.
Bakery-Worthy at Home – Skip the café line and enjoy fresh from your oven.
Versatile – Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Decadent & Impressive – Great for parties, gatherings, or as a homemade gift.

Ingredients

2 sheets puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
1 bar dark or semi-sweet chocolate (or chocolate sticks)
½ cup pistachio cream (or ground pistachios mixed with a little sugar and butter)
1 large egg (beaten, for egg wash)
2 tbsp crushed pistachios (for topping)
1 tbsp sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

Instructions

Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Prepare Pastry
- Roll puff pastry sheets slightly and cut into rectangles (approx. 4×6 inches).
Spread Pistachio Cream
- Add a thin layer of pistachio cream inside each rectangle.
Add Chocolate
- Place a chocolate stick or bar pieces on one short edge of each rectangle.
Roll & Seal
- Roll pastry tightly around filling, seam side down on tray.
Brush & Sprinkle
- Brush tops with egg wash, then sprinkle with crushed pistachios and sugar if desired.
Bake
- Bake 15–18 minutes until golden, puffed, and flaky.
Serve
- Enjoy warm, with the chocolate still melty inside.

Tips for Success

Use real pistachio cream for an authentic nutty flavor.
Chill pastries for 10 minutes before baking for extra flaky layers.
Toast pistachios lightly before crushing for maximum flavor.

Variations

Pistachio Nutella Croissants – Swap chocolate for Nutella + pistachios.
White Chocolate Twist – Fill with white chocolate for a sweet contrast.
Mini Croissants – Make bite-sized versions for dessert platters.

Serving Ideas

Breakfast Luxury – Pair with cappuccino or green tea.
Dessert Plating – Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with melted chocolate.
Holiday Treat – Perfect addition to festive brunch tables.

Conclusion

Pistachio Chocolate Croissants are everything you’d expect from a high-end French patisserie—only better, because they’re homemade. Buttery, flaky pastry meets the richness of chocolate and the nuttiness of pistachios in a combination that feels both indulgent and comforting.