Chocolate and Cream Puff Pastry Layered Dessert is a light, flaky dessert combining crisp pastry layers with smooth chocolate and fluffy whipped cream.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It’s elegant yet easy, perfect for entertaining or a special treat.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
puff pastry sheets
dark chocolate
heavy cream
powdered sugar
vanilla extract
Directions
- Bake puff pastry sheets according to package instructions; cool.
- Melt chocolate and let cool slightly.
- Whip cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Layer pastry, chocolate, and whipped cream. Repeat layers.
- Chill before serving.
Servings and timing
Serves 6
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Variations
- Use milk chocolate or white chocolate.
- Add berries between layers.
- Sprinkle with cocoa powder or nuts.
Storage/reheating
Best assembled fresh; store components separately for up to 2 days.
FAQs
Can I make it ahead?
Assemble just before serving.
Can I use ready-made whipped cream?
Yes, but fresh is better.
How do I keep pastry crisp?
Assemble just before eating.
Can I add fruit?
Yes, berries work well.
Can I freeze it?
Not recommended once assembled.
Is this gluten-free?
No, but gluten-free pastry can be used.
What chocolate works best?
Dark chocolate for richness.
Can I make individual servings?
Yes, cut pastry into small squares.
Can I use custard instead of cream?
Yes, for a different texture.
How long does it last?
Best within a few hours of assembly.
Conclusion
Chocolate and Cream Puff Pastry Layered Dessert is a beautiful, crowd-pleasing sweet perfect for any occasion.
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Chocolate and Cream Puff Pastry Layered Dessert
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Chocolate and Cream Puff Pastry Layered Dessert is a light, flaky dessert combining crisp pastry layers with smooth chocolate and fluffy whipped cream. It’s elegant yet easy, perfect for entertaining or a special treat.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 150g dark chocolate
- 250ml heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven and bake puff pastry sheets according to package instructions. Let them cool completely.
- Melt dark chocolate gently and allow to cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Place one pastry sheet on a serving plate, spread with melted chocolate, then a layer of whipped cream.
- Top with the second pastry sheet and repeat layers if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
- Use milk or white chocolate for variation.
- Add fresh berries between layers for extra flavor.
- Sprinkle with cocoa powder or chopped nuts for garnish.
- Best assembled just before serving to keep the pastry crisp.
- Store unassembled components separately for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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