Estes folhaditos de banana e chocolate são petiscos deliciosos e simples que transformam ingredientes básicos numa sobremesa irresistível. A combinação da massa folhada crocante com a doçura da banana e o sabor intenso do chocolate cria pequenas tentações perfeitas para acompanhar o café ou para servir em ocasiões especiais.

Ingredientes

  • uma placa de massa folhada;
  • uma banana;
  • raspas de chocolate;
  • gema batida.

Preparação

  1. Com o rolo da massa estenda a massa folhada e corte com a ajuda de um “corta-massa” que goste.
  2. Forre um tabuleiro com papel vegetal anti-aderente e coloque as rodelas de massa folhada. Pincele com gema batida um pouco diluída em água.
  3. Por cima coloque uma ou duas rodelas de banana e por cima ainda umas raspas de chocolate.
  4. Leve ao forno como habitualmente.

Here’s the English version of these delightful little pastries below

Banana and Chocolate Puff Pastries

These charming little pastries are the epitome of simple elegance – proof that the best treats often come from the most straightforward combinations. The buttery, flaky pastry provides the perfect vehicle for the sweet, caramelised banana and rich chocolate, creating bite-sized pieces of heaven that are impossible to resist.

What makes these pastries particularly appealing is their versatility and ease of preparation. They’re perfect for impromptu gatherings, afternoon tea, or whenever you need a quick but impressive dessert. The key is not to overload them – the beauty lies in the balance between the crispy pastry and the minimal but perfectly chosen toppings. The egg wash gives them a gorgeous golden finish that makes them look professionally made.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 1 banana
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Beaten egg yolk

Method

  1. Using a rolling pin, roll out the puff pastry and cut with your preferred pastry cutter.
  2. Line a baking tray with non-stick baking paper and place the pastry rounds on it. Brush with beaten egg yolk slightly diluted with water.
  3. Top with one or two banana slices and finish with some chocolate shavings.
  4. Bake in the oven as usual until golden and puffed.