Chocolate Puff Pastry Christmas Tree
Create a beautiful Chocolate Puff Pastry Christmas Tree filled with a rich date-cacao spread. This festive treat is easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings!
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup cacao powder
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- optional: powdered monk fruit sweetener
Instructions
Prepare the Chocolate Spread
- Heat the coconut milk and dates in a saucepan over medium heat. Once it reaches a boil, reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes, then remove from heat and cool. Transfer to the fridge to cool quickly.
- Blend the coconut milk and dates until smooth, then add cacao powder. If the mixture seems thick, add a little more coconut milk to reach a spreadable consistency.
Shape the Puff Pastry Tree
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a silicone mat or parchment paper, smoothing any creases.
- Place one pastry sheet over the other. Cut a tree shape through both layers of puff pastry, and use any excess dough to cut out star shapes.
Assemble the Tree
- Spread the chocolate filling evenly over one puff pastry tree. Lay the second puff pastry sheet over the first, aligning the edges.
- Starting at the base, cut 1-inch horizontal lines on each side, leaving the center intact for the “tree trunk.” Twist each section to create branches and place stars on the sheet.
Bake and Serve
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden. Dust with powdered monk fruit sweetener if desired. Serve warm, and enjoy!