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Chocolate Pastry Braid

Chocolate Pastry Braid is a fast and easy recipe.  Perfect for when unexpected guests arrive or you just want something sweet.  

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 194 kcal
Course: Dessert , Cake
Cuisine: Italian-American Fussion

Ingredients

  • 1 pre made puff pastry (8x10 inches / 20 x 25 cm)
  • 4 ounces chocolate (milk or dark)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped nuts (if desired)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
TOPPING
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 2-3 tablespoons icing / powdered sugar

Instructions

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  1. Roll out the puff pastry, place the chocolate bars down the centre (sprinkle with chopped nuts if using), leaving a 1/2 inch (1 cm) space at the top and the bottom, fold the dough over the chocolate.
  2. Cut strips of about 1/2 inch (1 cm) on both sides of the puff pastry, being careful not to go too far under the chocolate. Then bring the strips over the chocolate from one side to the other.
  3. Continue to make a braid of the puff pastry, crossing the strips. Place the chocolate pastry on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet. And refrigerate for 20 minutes.
  4. Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C).
  5. Remove from the fridge and brush with egg wash. Then sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  6. Bake the Chocolate Pastry for approximately 20 - 30 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.  Let it cool then sprinkle lightly with icing sugar! Enjoy!
EGG WASH
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  1. In a small bowl beat together the egg and water.

Notes

  • Be sure to watch the Video at the top of the post!

Nutrition Information

Calories 194kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 13mg (4%) Sodium 57mg (2%) Potassium 55mg (2%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 20IU (0%) Calcium 9mg (1%) Iron 0.9mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 194

% Daily Value*

Calories 194kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 13mg 4%
Sodium 57mg 2%
Potassium 55mg 1%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 20IU 0%
Calcium 9mg 1%
Iron 0.9mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.