Chocolate Mille-Feuille

Indulge in an irresistible French pastry: the Chocolate Mille-Feuille. This gourmet treat combines the lightness of puff pastry with the richness of a smooth chocolate ganache. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a luxurious dessert!

Ingredients:
(Serves 5)

• 250 g puff pastry
• 2/3 cup milk (15 cl)
• 2/3 cup heavy cream (15 cl)
• 4 egg yolks
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 g)
• 9.5 oz dark baking chocolate (270 g)

Directions:

1. Prepare the Puff Pastry:
   • Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into 15 rectangles measuring 4.5 x 2.5 inches (12 x 6 cm).
   • Place the rectangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Brush and Bake:
   • Brush the rectangles with a mixture of egg yolk and a little water.
   • Cover with another sheet of parchment paper and place a second baking sheet on top to weigh them down.
   • Bake at 410°F (210°C) for 20 minutes, until golden.
3. Make the Chocolate Ganache:
   • Heat the milk and cream in a saucepan over medium heat until just simmering.
   • In a bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks and the sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy.
4. Thicken the Cream:
   • Slowly pour the hot milk-cream mixture into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
   • Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until thickened.
5. Incorporate the Chocolate:
   • Finely chop the chocolate and pour the hot mixture over it. Stir until smooth and glossy.
   • Allow the ganache to cool to room temperature, then transfer to a piping bag and refrigerate for 1 hour.
6. Assemble the Mille-Feuille:
   • Alternate layers of puff pastry rectangles and chocolate ganache.
   • Finish with a top layer of puff pastry.
   • Dust with powdered sugar or decorate as desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Servings: 5
• Calories: High

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