This delectable dessert recipe is a perfect treat for any occasion. Combining a soft, fluffy dough with a rich, creamy filling and a touch of chocolate, these pastries are sure to delight your taste buds. They are not only easy to make but also a joy to eat, making them a great choice for weekend baking or any special event.
Ingredients
For the Cream:
- 1 egg
- 3 tbsp sugar (45g)
- 3 tbsp cornstarch (24g)
- 300ml fresh cow’s milk (1 1/4 cups)
For the Dough:
- 200g warm milk (3/4 cup + 2 tbsp)
- 3 tbsp sugar (45g)
- 1 tsp dry yeast (3.5g)
- Peel of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp melted cow butter (45g)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp salt (2.5g)
- 1 vanilla powder (1 tsp)
- 300g flour (2 1/2 cups)
- 50g chocolate (1.75 oz)
More:
- 1 egg yolk
- A few drops of fresh milk
- Slivered almonds, optional
Method of Preparation
Prepare the Cream:
- Beat the egg together with the sugar in a suitable container until well combined.
- Add the cornstarch, pour in a little cold milk, and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the rest of the milk, mixing until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
- Place the mixture on the stove and cook over medium heat, stirring vigorously until it thickens.
- Once thickened, remove from heat and pour into a bowl.
- Cover with cling film and set aside to cool completely.
Prepare the Dough:
- Mix the yeast with the warm milk and a pinch of sugar in a bowl. Stir and allow to bubble.
- Grate the lemon peel and add it to the yeast mixture.
- Pour in the melted cow butter, add salt, sugar, and vanilla.
- Sift the flour and add it to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until it is soft, elastic, and no longer sticky.
- Form the dough into a ball and place it in a clean bowl. Cover with a towel and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
Assemble the Pastries:
- Once risen, transfer the dough to a floured work surface and roll it out into a rectangular crust.
- Take the prepared cream and mix for 2-3 minutes to ensure smoothness.
- Brush the middle of the dough with the cream.
- Roughly chop the chocolate with a knife and sprinkle over the cream.
- Fold in both sides of the dough to cover the cream well and seal the edges securely.
- Cut the filled dough into pieces about 3-4 centimeters thick.
- Arrange the pieces in a baking dish lined with parchment paper.
- Cover with a tea towel and let rest for 20 minutes.
Bake the Pastries:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Beat the egg yolk with a few drops of fresh milk and brush over the pastries.
- Sprinkle with slivered almonds (optional).
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serve:
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with icing sugar.
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious homemade cream-filled chocolate pastries.
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 10
- Calories per serving: 250
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 12g
- Protein: 5g
These delightful cream-filled chocolate pastries are sure to become a favorite. With their fluffy dough, creamy filling, and rich chocolate, they are perfect for any occasion. Enjoy baking and savoring these delicious treats!
