Puff Pastry Braid Recipe | Ree Drummond
Level: Simple
Yield: Four servings
Nutritional Info Per Serving:
- Serving Size: 1 of 4
- Calories: 366
- Total Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 35g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 47mg
- Sodium: 80mg
Total Time: 55 minutes | Active Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 frozen puff pastry sheet, 9-inch square, thawed
- All-purpose flour, just for dusting
- 1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread
- 1/4 cup roasted salted peanuts, chopped
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A splash of milk
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375F (190C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, divide the thawed puff pastry into three equal columns. Spread the chocolate-hazelnut filling down the center column, leaving a 1/2-inch border at the top and bottom. Top with chopped peanuts.
- Slice the outer sections into six 1-inch strips on each side, stopping at the filling.
- Fold the top and bottom borders over the filling. Braid by crossing strips from alternating sides. Transfer to the baking sheet.
- Brush with beaten egg, sprinkle with sea salt, and bake for 28-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Meanwhile, whisk powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk into a smooth icing.
- Cool for 10-15 minutes, drizzle with icing, slice, and enjoy this irresistible treat!
Transform simple ingredients into a stunning, flaky dessert that wows every timeperfect for chocolate lovers craving a fun, easy bake!
