This chocolate pecan caramel pastry is your new go-to treat! Buttery layers, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate drizzle make it the star of dessert or brunch.
There's something magical about the rich smell of melted chocolate and caramel wafting through the house, right?
If you're anything like me, you love a dessert that tastes as amazing as it smells but doesn't take all day to make.
This Chocolate Pecan Caramel Pastry is perfect for those times-easy to make, decadently delicious, and ideal for any special occasion.
Ready to make this sweet treat? Let's get started!
Jump to:
Ingredients
- 1 package of Caramel Squares or Caramel Bits
- ⅓ cup Whipping Cream
- ½ cup chopped Pecans
- Chocolate Sauce
- 1 package frozen Puff Pastry (2 sheets), thawed
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
- Granulated Sugar
Bake Puff Pastry
Begin by thawing the puff pastry for 20-30 minutes.
Unfold the sheet of dough and cut it into squares.
For easier cleanup, line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk the egg and water in a small bowl for an egg wash.
Brush the egg mixture around the edges, and sprinkle sugar over each pastry square.
Bake in a 400º F oven for 14 minutes.
The pastries puff up in the center. Use the back of a spoon to push down each center.
Caramel Filling
To make the caramel, use a package of caramel candy. My favorite is the Kraft Caramel Bits because they don't need to be unwrapped!
Place the caramel bits in a microwave-safe bowl and add ⅓ cup of whipping cream.
Microwave for 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. The caramel slowly melts.
The last time out of the microwave, stir so everything melts and incorporates.
Add ½ cup chopped pecans and stir.
Fill the Pastries
Spoon-fill each of the pastries with the pecan caramel sauce.
Drizzle melted chocolate over the tops.
These are delicious! They can be eaten warm out of the oven or at room temperature.
We usually eat them warm because my family can't wait to gobble them up!
The caramel, chocolate, and pecans are the perfect combination!
The texture is soft and flakey, and the flavors mix perfectly!
Store Leftovers
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature. Suitable for 2-3 days.
Chocolate Pecan Caramel Pastry Recipe
Equipment
- Microwave-Safe Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 package of Caramel Squares or Caramel Bits
- ⅓ cup Whipping Cream
- ½ cup chopped Pecans
- Chocolate Sauce
- 1 package frozen Puff Pastry 2 sheets, thawed
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
- Sugar
Instructions
Bake Puff Pastry
- Begin by thawing the puff pastry for 20-30 minutes.
- Unfold the sheet and cut it into squares.
- For easier cleanup, line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk the egg and water in a small bowl for an egg wash.
- Brush the mixture around the edges, and sprinkle sugar over each pastry square.
- Bake in a 400º F oven for 14 minutes.
- The pastries puff up in the center. Use the back of a spoon to push down each center.
Caramel Filling
- To make the caramel, use a package of caramel candy. My favorite is the Kraft Caramel Bits because they don't need to be unwrapped!
- Place the caramel bits in a microwave-safe bowl and add ⅓ cup of whipping cream.
- Microwave for 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. The caramel slowly melts.
- The last time out of the microwave, stir so everything melts and incorporates.
- Add ½ cup chopped pecans and stir.
Fill the Pastries
- Spoon-fill each of the pastries with the pecan caramel sauce.
- Then drizzle melted chocolate over the tops.
Our Baking Essential List
- We use Glass Baking Dishes for baking casseroles. I especially like the dishes with lids because leftovers can be transferred straight to the fridge.
- Silicone Kitchenware is my favorite because they don't scratch my cookware and is easy to clean!
- A Glass Cutting Board is a must to prepare all of those ingredients. We even keep ours on our counter at all times.
- This Knife Set will also become your favorite! The knives cut beautifully, and the hollow design prevents food from sticking to the blade.
Yvonne [Tried and Tasty]
Those look great summer! Perfect for breakfast... snack... or dessert 🙂 I'd love one right about now!
Ashlee
I love caramel pecans and chocolate! these sound great, and look good!
Lucy @ Twotinycrafters
I couldn't eat these due to nut allergies, but am thinking about making them for my mu as pecans are her favourite and her birthday is coming up next week.
Laura
You had me at puff pastry!
Liz
Delicious! I love desserts that are bite size, and caramel is one of my favorites. Thanks for sharing.
Cathy
Wow! This is mouthwatering amazing! I would love for you to share this at my party Making Memories Mondays that is going on now! Hope to see you there! 🙂
Cathy
Lisa
Wow! I may have gained a pound just looking at these; they look amazing. Can't wait to try them.
all that's Jas
Omg, drooling! I need two, please! (one for each hip, lol) Thanks for linking up with Thursday Favorite Things!
Kim @ The Baking ChocolaTess
Looks so scrumptious and sinfully delicious! Visiting from The Wednesday Roundup! Pinning. 😉
Melissa Vera
What a yummy recipe. I can't wait to try it out. I love caramels and pecans. Thanks for linking up at the #HomeMattersParty Linky this week. Can't wait to see what you link up next week.
Carrie @ curly crafty mom
I love anything with caramel, so this is right up my alley!
Jennifer Dawn
You had me at caramel! That is one of my favorite things! Thanks for sharing this yummy recipe!
mila furman
This s looks so fantastic! I am practically drooling!!! Thank you for linking it with us at #FoodieFriDIY! It's one of my fave features this week!