Looking for a show-stopping dessert that’s both easy and delicious? This recipe for Puff Pastry with Chocolate Filling has a rich sweet, peanut butter combination, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat.
What could be better than mini Reese’s peanut butter cups wrapped in delicate, buttery layers? Absolutely nothing!
Check out all my other puff pastry recipes for even more deliciousness!
You don’t need a complicated recipe to make a delicious, impressive dessert.
This easy puff pastry treat, filled with mini peanut butter cups and drizzled with melted chocolate, is sure to wow your family and friends.
All you need is store-bought puff pastry, found in the freezer section of most grocery stores and your favorite chocolate candy.
Looking for more Easy Desserts that use puff pastry? Puff Pastry Apple Tart, Puff Pastry Hearts or my Puff Pastry with Cream Cheese and Fruit.
Table of Contents
- Chocolate Puff Pastry Twists
- Why you'll LOVE this recipe:
- 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Recipe Ingredients Needed
- Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Can you defrost puff pastry in the microwave?
- Expert Tip:
- Baking Instructions
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Expert Tips for Perfect Pastries
- How to Store, Freeze and Reheat
- Recipe FAQ's
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
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Chocolate Puff Pastry Twists
Why you'll LOVE this recipe:
It’s quick and easy – No complicated steps, just simple ingredients and minimal prep.
Flaky, buttery pastry – The perfect crisp texture with every bite.
Creamy peanut butter and chocolate filling – A rich, indulgent combination everyone loves.
Golden, crispy finish – Looks and tastes like a bakery-style treat.
Great for any occasion – Perfect for dessert, a fun family baking project, or an indulgent snack.
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Recipe Ingredients Needed
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Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Swap the peanut butter cups for candies flavored with hazelnut or caramel-filled bars.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, or cocoa powder instead of regular sugar for a different finish.
- Instead of drizzling with the chocolate sauce, you could prepare a simple powdered sugar glaze for a completely different taste!
- You could also sprinkle with toasted, coarsely chopped hazelnuts or pistachios over the filling for added crunch and flavor.
- Instead of puff pastry circles, cut into squares and fold into triangles for an easy turnover-style dessert.
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut out 18 circles using a round cookie cutter.
Can you defrost puff pastry in the microwave?
You can defrost puff pastry in the microwave, but do it slowly to avoid sogginess or partial cooking. Place one sheet on a microwavable plate, set to low power, and check frequently. Once it softens, flip and rotate for even thawing, then remove when fully defrosted.
Step 2: Mix water and egg in a small bowl. Brush the bottom of each pastry circle, place a Reese’s cup in the center, and cover with another pastry circle. Seal edges with a fork, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle with sugar. Chill for 30 minutes before baking.
Expert Tip:
Place the tray in the refrigerator to chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. This will make sure the dough goes into the oven cold which will give the dough a better and bigger puff as it bakes.
Baking Instructions
Step 3: Bake for 13 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool, drizzle with chocolate sauce, and top with sprinkles. Add chopped peanut butter cups if desired.
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Expert Tips for Perfect Pastries
- This dessert is best served while they're fresh.
- However, you can easily prepare this recipe a few hours before you plan to serve them. Wrap the tray in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator until 30 to 60 minutes before you want to serve them.
- Avoid overfilling the pastry to prevent the chocolate from leaking out while baking.
How to Store, Freeze and Reheat
Refrigerator: Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will remain fresh like this for about 2 days. However, as with most puff pastry recipes, they are best eaten fresh.
Freezer: Place the cooled pastries in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container, separating layers with parchment paper. They can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 325°F for 5-7 minutes for a crisp texture. If using a microwave, heat in 10-second intervals, though this may soften the pastry.If you don’t have puff pastry, try substitutes like phyllo dough for a crispier texture, crescent roll dough for a softer, sweeter option, or pie crust for a denser, flaky alternative.
Recipe FAQ's
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Brushing puff pastry with an egg wash (mixed with a tablespoon of milk or water) helps create a light, flaky texture with a golden, crispy finish. For extra shine and sweetness, some people also sprinkle sugar on top.
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Puff Pastry with Chocolate Filling
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cookie cutter, cut out 18 circles of dough.
- In a small bowl, mix together the water and egg. Use a small pastry brush to brush the bottom of each puff pastry circle.
- Place a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup in the center of each of the puff pastry circles.
- Place the remaining 9 dough circles on top of the peanut butter cups and use a fork to pinch together both pastry circles.
- Brush the tops of the pastries with the remaining egg wash.
- Place the tray in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to rechill the dough.
- Bake pastries for 13 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the puff pastry circles to cool.
- Drizzle the chocolate sauce on top of the pastry and then add the chocolate sprinkles.
- Garnish with chopped peanut butter cups.
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