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Crispy Valentine’s Chocolate Strawberry Pastry Twists

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These crispy pastry twists combine flaky puff pastry with a luscious filling of bittersweet chocolate and fresh strawberries, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any sweet occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced
  • ½ cup chopped bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional, for brushing pastry edges)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, toss sliced strawberries with cornstarch and vanilla extract; set aside.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, gently roll each puff pastry sheet to smooth out creases, about 12 x 12 inches.
  4. Slice each sheet into 1-inch wide strips, about 12 strips per sheet.
  5. On half of the strips, lay a thin line of chopped chocolate and a few strawberry slices down the center, leaving edges free for sealing.
  6. Place an empty strip on top of each filled strip. Press lightly along the edges to seal, then twist each strip gently 3-4 times to form spirals.
  7. Brush each twist evenly with beaten egg and sprinkle granulated sugar on top.
  8. Place twists on the baking sheet about 1 inch apart and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden and puffed.
  9. Transfer twists to a cooling rack after baking and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

If chocolate melts too fast and oozes out, chill twists in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking. Do not overfill to prevent tearing or leaking. Use egg wash for a golden, glossy finish. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature up to 24 hours or refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness.

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