Chocolate Pecan Caramel Pastry Recipe
Looking for a dessert that feels fancy but is oh-so-easy? This chocolate pecan caramel pastry brings all the indulgent flavors in one delicious bite.
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.
