Layered Apricot Walnut Pastry with Chocolate Glaze
Layered Apricot Walnut Pastry with Chocolate Glaze is a rich and decadent dessert made with flaky pastry layers, sweet apricot jam, crunchy walnuts, and a smooth dark chocolate glaze. Perfect for holidays, teatime, or any special occasion, this European-inspired treat offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors. Try this delicious homemade pastry today!
Layered Apricot Walnut Pastry with Chocolate Glaze, a decadent dessert that perfectly balances sweetness, crunch, and a touch of elegance. This delightful pastry features buttery, flaky layers infused with the nutty goodness of walnuts, the natural sweetness of dried apricots, and the aromatic zest of lemon. Each layer is generously spread with apricot jam, adding a fruity depth to every bite. Baked to golden perfection, this pastry is finished with a smooth, glossy dark chocolate glaze, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether served as a holiday dessert, teatime indulgence, or a special celebration treat, this layered pastry is sure to impress with its rich textures and exquisite flavors. Perfect for those who love fruit-filled pastries with a touch of chocolate elegance, this recipe is a must-try for baking enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 400 g flour
- 300 g butter
- 30 g icing sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 10 g yeast
- Zest of one lemon
- 1 egg + 1 egg white
- 20 g cognac
- 50 ml milk
- 100 g dried apricots
- 60 ml cognac
- 100 g sugar
- 200 g walnuts
- 300 g apricot jam
- 100 g dark chocolate
- 60 g butter
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Directions
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Chop the dried apricots into small pieces. Soak them in 60 ml of cognac for 20 minutes.
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In a blender, grind the walnuts and sugar together until fine. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, icing sugar, yeast, and lemon zest. Add butter, eggs, cognac, and milk, then mix until a smooth dough forms.
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Divide the dough into four equal parts. Roll out the first portion and place it on a baking tray. Spread a layer of apricot jam evenly on top. Sprinkle a generous amount of the walnut-sugar mixture. Distribute the soaked apricots evenly. Repeat the layering process for the remaining three dough portions. Poke holes in the top layer with a fork, then cover with plastic wrap and let it rest for 60 minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Bake for 50 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool. Melt dark chocolate and butter together in a bowl, stirring until smooth. Spread the chocolate glaze evenly over the pastry. Garnish with chopped nuts and let it set before cutting into squares.
