Rich and decadent, these croissants will be a huge hit. Best served with strong coffee flavoured with a few cardamom pods or a cinnamon stick. And try the rich almond croissants - delicious!

Ingredients

• 175 grams dark chocolate, chopped
• ½ cup cream or mascarpone
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• 8 small or 4 large croissants
• icing sugar for dusting

Method

1. Put the chocolate, cream or mascarpone and vanilla into a jug or bowl.
2. Microwave on high power (100%) for 1½ minutes. Stir to make a smooth sauce. If the chocolate is still in pieces, heat for a further 30 seconds and stir again.
3. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until thick.
4. Preheat the oven to 180ºC.
5. Cut the croissants in half horizontally. Scoop 1 tablespoon of thick chocolate and place in the centre of the centre of each croissant.
6. Place on a tray. Warm in the preheated oven for 7-10 minutes only. Serve dusted with icing sugar.