Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Puff Pastry Crown Filled with Chocolate for Christmas. This stunning dessert combines flaky, golden-brown pastry with a luscious, rich chocolate filling, making it the perfect centerpiece for any holiday gathering. Its elegant crown shape is sure to impress your guests, while the delightful flavors create a memorable experience for everyone. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is accessible to bakers of all skill levels. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or another special occasion, this decadent treat will add joy and warmth to your festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Fresh berries (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 1-inch strips.
- Twist each strip and arrange them in a circular shape on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush with beaten egg and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, heat cream until simmering; remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Once cooled slightly, fill the center of the crown with chocolate filling.
- Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg