Name: Puff Pastry Heart Twists
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 sheets of frozen puff pastry; 3 tbsp of flour; 1/3 cup hazelnut chocolate spread; Plant-based wash (1 tbsp of plant milk + 1 tbsp of agave or maple syrup); 2 tbsp powdered sugar; 1/3 cup raspberry or strawberry jelly

If you’re aiming to impress someone effortlessly this Valentine’s Day, try this puff pastry heart twists. With its flaky layers, rich chocolate filling, and sweet jelly drizzle, it’s a delightful way to share love through homemade goodness. Bonus that this sweet treat can be made in a pinch with as little as two ingredients.

Shopping List

Puff pastry sheets: Buying premade puff pastry sheets will save time and elbow grease.

Hazelnut chocolate spread: This brand is plant-based and has half the sugar of Nutella.

Powdered sugar: Purchase or make your own by blending half a cup of cane sugar in a high-speed blender.

Raspberry or strawberry jelly: Ensure it’s jelly, not preserves, for a smooth drizzle on top.

Flour: Any type of flour will work for this recipe.

Plant milk: Use any plant-based milk to create the wash.

Agave or maple syrup: Achieve a golden brown finish without eggs by using agave or maple syrup.

Parchment paper: Essential for lining the baking sheet and creating your heart template.

How to make:

Thaw the puff pastry for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, create a heart template from parchment paper, ensuring it measures between 10-12 inches in width and height. Fold the parchment paper in half, draw half of a heart outline, and cut it out.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Dust your work surface with flour. Unfold a puff pastry sheet, dust lightly, and roll it out to the size of the heart. Then place the heart template on top and cut out the shape using a pizza cutter or knife. Repeat with the second sheet.

Place one puff pastry heart on a parchment paper-lined baking tray. After that, spread hazelnut chocolate spread evenly over it and top with the second puff pastry heart.

Use the top or bottom of a narrow cup or glass to create a slight indent in the center of the heart to use as a guide. Then cut the puff pastry from the edge of the heart to the starting point of the circular indent, making additional cuts around the heart, approximately one inch apart.

Double-twist the strips of dough, twisting the right side clockwise and the left side counterclockwise. Create a wash with plant milk and syrup, then apply it to the puff pastry.

Bake for 20 minutes or until puffed and golden. Dust with powdered sugar. Lastly, heat the jelly in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, stir, and drizzle it over the pastry using a squeeze bottle, a plastic bag with the tip cut off, or a spoon. Enjoy your delicious heart twists!

For a visual of how to make puff pastry heart twists check out this video here.

Tips for Success:

Maintain Chilled Puff Pastry: Ensure not to over-thaw the puff pastry. Keeping it chilled is crucial for achieving that perfect flaky texture.
Efficient Cutting Technique: For a smoother and more straightforward process, we recommend using a pizza cutter to cut the pastry heart. When it comes to cutting the strips, a sharp knife will give you precision and ease.

Conclusion:

Surprise your loved ones with this heartfelt and delicious puff pastry dessert on Valentine’s Day. Featuring its buttery flaky layers, luscious hazelnut chocolate filling, and a delightful drizzle of sweet jelly, this treat offers a charming way to express love through the joy of homemade goodness.

Share Your Experience!

We’d love to hear from you! Have you had the pleasure of trying our puff pastry heart twists? If so, we’re eager to know how it turned out for you. Did it become a great hit, or was there anything specific that you didn’t enjoy? Your feedback is essential to us, as it helps us improve and cater to your tastes.

Feel free to drop your thoughts, suggestions, or any modifications you made to the recipe in the comments below. Did you customize the filling or try a different drizzle? We’re all ears!