Decadent Chocolate-Filled Fried Pastries
Indulge in the rich, gooey delight of these Decadent Chocolate-Filled Fried Pastries. Crafted from a homemade biscuit dough and filled with a luscious chocolate cream, these delightful treats are perfect for any occasion. Crispy on the outside, with a warm chocolate center, these pastries will capture the hearts of chocolate lovers everywhere. Share them at parties, or enjoy them as an afternoon snack with a cup of coffee or tea. They are easy to make and equally enjoyable to share.
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Servings
200
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
1/2 cup (Granulated sugar for filling.)
Flour
1/4 cup (All-purpose flour for the filling.)
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1 tablespoon (For chocolate flavor in the filling.)
Milk
1 cup (Divided: 1/2 cup for filling, 1/2 cup for the dough.)
Butter
2 tablespoons (Unsalted butter for filling, melted.)
Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon (For flavoring the filling.)
Biscuit Mix
2 cups (For the dough.)
Cooking Oil
For frying (Vegetable or canola oil, enough to fill the skillet 1 inch deep.)
Powdered Sugar
As needed (Sifted for dusting over the warm pastries.)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, flour, and unsweetened cocoa powder, stirring until well blended.
2
Gradually stir in 1/2 cup of milk and add the butter. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
3
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the filling to cool while you prepare the dough.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the biscuit mix with 1/2 cup of milk. Stir gently until the mixture forms a soft dough.
5
On a well-floured surface, knead the dough lightly about 12 times. Roll the dough out to an approximate thickness of 1/8 inch.
6
Use a round cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out 12 circles from the rolled dough.
7
Place about 1 tablespoon of the cooled chocolate filling in the center of each dough circle.
8
Dab a little water along the edges of each dough circle to help seal them.
9
Fold each circle in half over the filling, pressing the edges together firmly to seal. Use the tines of a fork to crimp the edges and ensure a tight seal.
10
In a heavy skillet, heat about 1 inch of cooking oil to 375°F (190°C).
11
Carefully drop the pastries into the hot oil, frying for about 2 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown.
12
Once cooked, remove the pastries from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. While still warm, sprinkle the pastries generously with sifted powdered sugar.
Nutrition Information
13.3g
Fat
18.7g
Carbs
1.3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate-Filled Fried Pastries?
They are indulgent desserts made from homemade biscuit dough filled with a rich chocolate cream and fried until crispy.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires 9 ingredients: sugar, flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, milk, butter, vanilla extract, biscuit mix, cooking oil, and powdered sugar.
What is the primary base for the pastry dough?
The pastry dough is made using 2 cups of biscuit mix combined with 1/2 cup of milk.
How do you make the chocolate filling?
Combine sugar, flour, and cocoa in a saucepan, stir in milk and butter, then cook until thickened and add vanilla extract.
What kind of cocoa powder is used in the filling?
The recipe calls for one tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder.
How much sugar is needed for the chocolate cream?
You will need 1/2 cup of granulated sugar for the filling.
How long does it take for the filling to thicken?
The filling should be cooked over medium heat for approximately 5-7 minutes while stirring constantly.
When should the vanilla extract be added?
The vanilla extract should be stirred in after the saucepan has been removed from the heat.
How many times should the dough be kneaded?
The dough should be kneaded lightly about 12 times on a well-floured surface.
What is the ideal thickness for the rolled-out dough?
The dough should be rolled out to an approximate thickness of 1/8 inch.
How many pastries does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to yield 12 individual chocolate-filled pastries.
What can be used to cut the dough circles?
You can use a round cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out the 12 circles.
How much chocolate filling goes into each pastry?
Place about 1 tablespoon of the cooled chocolate filling in the center of each dough circle.
How do you seal the dough circles?
Dab a little water along the edges and fold the circle in half, then press the edges together firmly.
What tool is used to ensure a tight seal?
The tines of a fork should be used to crimp the edges of the pastry to ensure a tight seal.
What temperature should the frying oil reach?
The oil should be heated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
How much oil is needed for frying?
You should fill a heavy skillet with about 1 inch of cooking oil.
How long do the pastries need to fry?
The pastries should be fried for about 2 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
What should be done immediately after frying?
Remove the pastries from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
When should the powdered sugar be added?
Sprinkle the pastries generously with sifted powdered sugar while they are still warm.
How many calories are in one pastry?
Each pastry contains approximately 200 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 13.3 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a single pastry?
There are 18.7 grams of carbohydrates in each pastry.
What is the protein content of these treats?
Each pastry contains about 1.3 grams of protein.
Can these pastries be served at parties?
Yes, they are described as perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as an afternoon snack.
Is the chocolate filling used while it is hot?
No, you should allow the filling to cool while you prepare the dough before assembly.
What type of milk is used in the dough?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of milk for the dough and another 1/2 cup for the filling.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as a dessert or sweet treat.
Is butter required for the dough?
No, the butter is used specifically for the chocolate cream filling.
What is the best way to enjoy these pastries?
They are best enjoyed warm with a cup of coffee or tea.