Description
Indulge in these delectable Ricotta Chocolate Chip Pastry Squares that are a perfect blend of creamy ricotta cheese, sweet chocolate chips, and flaky puff pastry. These delightful treats are easy to make and ideal for a sweet ending to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
Ricotta Filling:
- 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
Egg Wash:
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Ricotta Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and mini chocolate chips until smooth.
- Assemble the Pastries: Roll out the puff pastry, cut into squares, place filling in the center, fold and brush with egg wash.
- Bake: Transfer to the baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes until golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar, and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure well-drained ricotta for a thicker filling.
- Best enjoyed fresh; store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Add orange zest for a citrusy variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
