Description
Chocolate Puff Pastry is a delightful pastry treat that combines flaky layers of puff pastry with a rich, molten chocolate center. Perfect for any occasion, these pastries are easy to make and will impress your guests with their golden-brown crust and irresistible aroma. Ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, they’re sure to bring joy to your kitchen and smiles to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (approximately 6 oz)
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Thaw the puff pastry sheets at room temperature for about 30 minutes until pliable but cold.
- Roll out each sheet on a lightly floured surface and cut into squares (4×4 inches).
- Place a tablespoon of dark chocolate chips in the center of each square.
- Fold each pastry square diagonally to form triangles and seal the edges by pressing down or crimping with a fork.
- Beat the egg with water and brush it over each pastry for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed up and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor; dark chocolate works wonderfully. Experiment with flavors by adding sea salt or spices like cinnamon to the filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze unbaked pastries for future enjoyment.