Description
The Perfect Brownie Rolls combine the rich, fudgy texture of classic brownies with the flaky, buttery layers of puff pastry, creating a sweet and nutty delight perfect for dessert. This easy-to-make treat features a luscious chocolate mixture swirled inside a golden puff pastry roll, enhanced by optional toasted nuts and chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
Ingredients
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Brownie Filling
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped toasted walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Puff Pastry
- 1 sheet refrigerated puff pastry, thawed
Finishing
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream (for brushing)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the pure vanilla extract until fully integrated.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to ensure an even, clump-free blend.
- Incorporate Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring continuously until the batter is uniform with no streaks of flour remaining.
- Add Nuts and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chopped toasted walnuts or pecans and semi-sweet chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the brownie mixture.
- Roll Out Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a rectangular shape, making it large enough to hold the brownie filling with a half-inch border on all sides.
- Spread Filling: Evenly spread the brownie mixture over the surface of the puff pastry, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges to allow for sealing.
- Form Roll: Starting from one of the long edges, carefully roll the puff pastry into a tight log. Pinch the seam to seal it securely and place it seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush and Bake: Brush the top of the pastry log with milk or cream to promote browning and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the brownie roll to cool slightly before slicing into 8 pieces. Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the nuts or substitute with chopped almonds or hazelnuts.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
- Ensure the puff pastry is well thawed to prevent cracking when rolling.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
