Milk Chocolate Pain au Chocolat

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

   Tip: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

   Tip: Use a pastry blender or your fingers to work in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. 3

   Add milk chocolate and mix until a shaggy dough forms.

   Tip: Don't overmix.

4. 4

   Beat in eggs until the dough comes together.

   Tip: Use a stand mixer or a wooden spoon.

5. 5

   Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 3mm.

   Tip: Cut into rectangles about 15cm x 20cm.

6. 6

   Brush the tops with the egg wash and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

   Tip: This will help the chocolate melt during baking.

7. 7

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

   Tip: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking.

8. 8

   Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

   Tip: Serve warm or at room temperature.