Puff Pastry Christmas Trees

Zutaten

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1 roll rectangle puff pastry
• 2-3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 5-13 large sturdy chocolates

Zubereitung

1. 1

   In a small bowl combine well the sugar and cinnamon.

2. 2

   Roll out the dough on a piece of parchment paper. Cut 1 strip 1 inch / 2cm for the stars and then 10-13 strips ½-¾ inch / 1½-2 cm lengthwise. At this point you could brush the 10-13 strips with a milk and sprinkle with the cinnamon mixture or sprinkle after they formed.

3. 3

   If you find the dough really soft then refrigerate for about 15 minutes. Remove the dough from the fridge and fold the 10-13 strips of dough accordion style, start with a small amount and widening as you go (until you reach the end). (see video and or photos).

4. 4

   Place a long skewer in the center from the base to the top of the tree. Place the trees on 1-2 parchment paper lined baking sheet with the stars. Once all 10 strips have been made, if needed sprinkle with the sugar mixture. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

5. 5

   While the trees are chilling pre-heat the oven to 375F/190C.

6. 6

   Bake for approximately 10-15 minutes or until golden. Remove the trees from the pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Remove the stars from the pan to a wire rack and let cool completely then dust well with powdered sugar.

7. 7

   Place a star on the top of the tree and place the stick in a sturdy chocolate of choice or place on a Christmas plate and serve. Drizzle with a simple glaze if desired. Enjoy!

8. 8

   --- SIMPLE GLAZE ---

9. 9

   Combine ½ cup sifted powdered sugar and 1-2 tablespoons of milk or cream more or less as necessary to arrive at the desired thickness.