Description
Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Puff Pastries—flaky, golden puff pastry squares filled with rich semi-sweet chocolate, perfect for a quick and elegant dessert or snack. Crisp on the outside and decadently gooey inside, they’re easy to make and sure to impress any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
Pastry
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
Filling
- 4 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate
Egg Wash
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Optional
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Lay the thawed puff pastry sheet flat on a clean cutting board. Cut it into six equal rectangular pieces for uniform sizes.
- Add Chocolate: Place the semi-sweet baking chocolate pieces on the left side of each rectangle, distributing the chocolate evenly among the six pieces.
- Fold Pastry: Carefully fold each puff pastry rectangle over the chocolate side, sealing the edges gently to enclose the filling. Place the folded pastries on the prepared baking sheet.
- Apply Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of water. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the tops of each puff pastry to achieve a beautiful golden finish when baked. Optionally sprinkle coarse sugar over the tops for added texture and sweetness.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-22 minutes or until the puff pastry is puffed up and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the pastries to cool on the countertop for 10 minutes before serving to let the filling set slightly and avoid burns.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is well thawed but still cold for easiest handling.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate with dark or milk chocolate based on preference.
- Ensure the edges are sealed well to prevent chocolate from leaking during baking.
- The egg wash makes the pastry golden and shiny; don’t skip this step for the best appearance.
- Serve warm for the most decadent experience as the chocolate will be melty inside.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French