Chocolate Almond Puff Pastry Rolls

Name: Chocolate Almond Puff Pastry Rolls
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 53 min
Cuisine: France
Ingredients: 2 units of puff pastry (rectangular); 80 g of dark chocolate (bars or chips); 100 g of butter (softened); 100 g of sugar (granulated); 100 g of almond flour; 2 units of eggs (one for the cream, one for the egg wash); 1 tsp of almond extract; 1 tbsp of rum (amber); 50 g of almonds (sliced); 10 g of powdered sugar

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A classic pastry reimagined with a creamy almond cream and crunchy sliced almonds. Perfect for breakfast or an indulgent afternoon snack.

Total time: 53 min
Prep: 35 min
Cook: 18 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €1.25

By the CookinBreak team

Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

550kcal

Protein12 g9%
Carbs45 g33%
Fat35 g58%
Fiber3 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an even more intense flavor, you can lightly toast the sliced almonds before scattering them over the cream. Make sure the butter for the almond cream is well softened so it mixes in easily.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Possible raw or baked. Raw: up to 2 months, individually wrapped. Baked: up to 1 month, but a less crispy texture after thawing and reheating. Thaw, then reheat in the oven.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Best eaten fresh for optimal texture. Not ideal for batch cooking after baking because the pastry softens.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Same day

The rolls must be assembled just before baking. The pastry loses its quality if prepared the day before.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Oven or air fryer. 5-7 minutes at 160°C to regain the crispness. Microwave not recommended (softens the pastry).

Variations

Add the almond extract and a little rum to the almond cream.
Dust with powdered sugar once slightly cooled.
Sprinkle with sliced almonds before baking.

Mistakes to avoid

Placing the chocolate too close to the edge: place the bar about 1 cm in.
Forgetting the beaten egg wash: the pastry would be less golden.
Serving piping hot: let cool slightly on a rack.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make the almond cream?

Mix the softened butter with the sugar until creamy, add an egg, then the almond flour, and optionally the almond extract and the rum, to get a smooth cream.

How do you roll the puff pastry rolls?

Cut the dough into equal rectangles, place a chocolate bar about 1 cm from the edge, roll once, add a second chocolate bar, then finish rolling.

How long do you bake the puff pastry rolls?

Brush with beaten egg, spread on the almond cream, sprinkle with sliced almonds and bake for 18 to 20 minutes at 180 °C, until well golden and the cream is lightly browned.

Can you replace the rum?

Yes, the rum and the almond extract are optional: the almond cream is still delicious with just the butter, sugar, egg and almond flour, for an alcohol-free version.