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Ricotta Chocolate Chip Pastry Squares

Indulge in delightful Ricotta Chocolate Chip Pastry Squares, featuring a crispy pastry shell filled with a creamy, chocolate-infused ricotta mixture. Perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Ensure it's fresh and Halal-certified.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor if desired.
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 each egg (for egg wash)
  • to taste none powdered sugar (for dusting)
Pastry
  • 1 package puff pastry (thawed) Make sure it's fully thawed before use.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out your thawed puff pastry on a floured surface.
  3. In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, sugar, chocolate chips, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Cut the puff pastry into squares, approximately 4 inches each.
  5. Place a generous spoonful of the filling in the center of each square and fold the corners over to create an envelope shape.
  6. Brush the tops of each pastry with the beaten egg.
  7. Bake the pastry squares on a lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar once cooled.

Notes

Substitutions include using cottage cheese instead of ricotta. Monitor the pastries while baking to prevent burning. Ensure the pastry edges are sealed tightly to prevent filling from leaking.