La Tresse au Chocolat is a stunning French-inspired pastry braid filled with rich chocolate. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a dessert centerpiece. Despite its elegant appearance, this recipe is surprisingly simple to make and guarantees a flaky, buttery crust with a gooey chocolate center.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
For the Chocolate Filling:
- 1/2 cup (90g) dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for melting the chocolate)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon Nutella or chocolate spread
For Garnish:
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Optional: Sliced almonds or chocolate drizzle