Low Fat Chocolate-Covered Puff Pastry
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Chocolate-Covered Puff Pastry recipe! Perfectly flaky store-bought puff pastry sheets form an easy base, baked to golden perfection with a light egg wash. The star is the decadent yet low-fat chocolate glaze, crafted from melted dark chocolate, a splash of milk, and a hint of vanilla for an irresistible finish. This quick and simple recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time and is ready in under 15 minutes of baking, making it an effortless treat for gatherings or dessert cravings. Each bite offers the perfect balance of airy pastry and luscious chocolate, all without overloading on calories. Serve these elegant pastries at room temperature or slightly chilled for a crowd-pleasing, health-conscious dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package store-bought puff pastry sheets
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
- 100 grams low-fat dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar or sugar substitute
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to smooth any creases, keeping them about 1/4 inch thick.
Using a sharp knife, cut the pastry into 8 even rectangles or squares.
Place the cut pastry pieces onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each piece.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and water to create an egg wash.
Lightly brush the tops of the pastry with the egg wash to facilitate a golden brown finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the pastries are puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
While the pastry cools, create the chocolate glaze. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the low-fat dark chocolate with the low-fat milk, stirring continuously until smooth.
Once the chocolate is melted, stir in the sugar or sugar substitute and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Dip the tops of the cooled puff pastries into the melted chocolate glaze, ensuring an even coat. Allow any excess to drip off before placing back on the wire rack.
Let the chocolate glaze set completely at room temperature before serving or refrigerate to speed up the process.
Enjoy your low-fat chocolate-covered puff pastries as a delicious treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.1 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.1 g | 426% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 2095 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 355.0 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.5 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 958 mg | 20% | |
*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.
