Chocolate Pastry Cups

Indulge in the decadent delight of Chocolate Pastry Cups, the perfect blend of rich, velvety chocolate ganache nestled in golden, flaky puff pastry. This easy yet elegant dessert comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for parties, gatherings, or a sweet treat at home. The crisp pastry shells are baked to perfection and filled with a luscious ganache made from semi-sweet chocolate, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla. A dusting of powdered sugar and optional fresh berries or mint leaves elevate this dessert into a visually stunning masterpiece. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, these bite-sized delights are guaranteed to impress. Perfect for chocolate lovers looking to create a show-stopping dessert with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Frozen puff pastry sheets
• 200 grams Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 120 ml Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Butter
• 100 grams Fresh berries (optional)
• 10 leaves Mint leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a muffin tin with non-stick spray or lightly grease the wells.

Step 2

Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to the package instructions until they are pliable but still cold.

Step 3

Using a rolling pin, roll out each puff pastry sheet slightly to smooth out creases, then cut each sheet into 6 equal squares.

Step 4

Gently press each puff pastry square into the wells of the muffin tin, ensuring the edges form a cup shape. Prick the bottoms with a fork to prevent puffing too much.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the pastry is golden and fully cooked. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool completely.

Step 6

While the pastry cups cool, prepare the chocolate ganache. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just starts to simmer (do not boil).

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips, butter, and vanilla extract. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy.

Step 8

Optional: Sift the powdered sugar into the ganache for added sweetness and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 9

Once the puff pastry cups are cool, spoon or pipe the chocolate ganache into each cup, filling them nearly to the top.

Step 10

Refrigerate the filled pastry cups for at least 20 minutes to set the ganache.

Step 11

Before serving, garnish with fresh berries and mint leaves, if desired, for added flavor and presentation.

Step 12

Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy your Chocolate Pastry Cups!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(548.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2048.9

Total Fat 132.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 131.0mg	0%
Sodium 508.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 133.1g
Protein 21.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0.7IU	0%
Calcium 40.7mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 283.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 40.7%