Double Chocolate and Fruit Breakfast Pastry

Start your day on a sweet note with this Double Chocolate and Fruit Breakfast Pastry! These warm and flaky pastries are packed with chocolate, fresh fruit, and a touch of almonds, making for a decadent breakfast treat or a delightful brunch option. The best part? They’re incredibly easy to make with store-bought puff pastry. Here’s how you can whip up these delicious pastries in no time!

Ingredients (for 4 pastries):

• 1 sheet ready-made puff pastry
• 4 tablespoons chocolate spread
• 2 tablespoons dark chocolate, grated
• 1 banana, sliced
• 4 strawberries, sliced
• 1 tablespoon flaked almonds
• 1 egg yolk, for egg wash
• Dark chocolate, melted, for drizzling
• Icing sugar, for dusting

Preparation:

1. Prepare the puff pastry:
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Roll out the sheet of puff pastry on a clean surface. Using a sharp knife, cut the sheet in half diagonally, then again horizontally to create four squares. Cut each square diagonally again to form eight triangles.
2. Arrange the triangles:
   On a lined baking tray, layer the triangles to form a star shape, with the points of each triangle meeting in the center.
3. Add chocolate and fruit:
   Spread about ½ tablespoon of chocolate spread on each triangle. In the center of the star, sprinkle the grated chocolate, followed by the banana slices, strawberry slices, and a handful of flaked almonds.
4. Fold and glaze:
   Gently fold the points of each triangle toward the center, overlapping them slightly. Brush the top of the pastry with egg yolk to give it a golden-brown glaze.
5. Bake the pastry:
   Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
6. Finish with toppings:
   Once out of the oven, drizzle with melted dark chocolate and dust with icing sugar. For added flavor, garnish with extra banana and strawberry slices if desired.
7. Serve and enjoy:
   Cut into four servings and savor this warm, gooey, and flaky pastry with your morning coffee or as a delightful treat any time of day!

Conclusion:

These Double Chocolate and Fruit Breakfast Pastries are the perfect blend of rich chocolate and fresh fruit flavors, encased in buttery puff pastry. Quick to prepare and satisfying, they make for an indulgent start to your day or a wonderful brunch addition. Enjoy the decadent taste of chocolate with every bite!