Delightful puff pastry bites filled with a sweet surprise, perfect for any occasion.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking and the perfect puff for your pastry.
Lay one sheet of puff pastry flat on your work surface.
Keep the pastry cold to make it easier to handle.
Arrange the milk chocolate pieces in a grid pattern on the pastry, leaving space between each piece.
Use a ruler or straight edge to ensure even spacing for a professional look.
Brush the areas between the chocolate pieces lightly with water.
The water acts as glue to seal the pastry layers together.
Place the second sheet of puff pastry on top, aligning it with the bottom sheet.
Press gently to avoid squishing the chocolate pieces.
Press around each chocolate piece to seal the pastry, then cut into squares.
Use a sharp knife or pastry cutter for clean edges.
Arrange the squares on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, or until golden and puffy.
Keep an eye on the pastry to prevent over-browning.
Let the bites cool slightly, then sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
Use a fine sieve for an even dusting of sugar.