French In A Flash: Pain Au Chocolat Cinnamon Rolls

Name: French In A Flash: Pain Au Chocolat Cinnamon Rolls With Crème Fraîche Icing And Walnuts Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup white sugar; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cinnamon; 2 sheets bought frozen puff pastry, thawed but cold; 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, cooled; 6 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts; 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons creme fraiche; 2 tablespoon half and half; Think ahead when using store-bought; . The best way to do so is by tossing the pastry from the freezer to the fridge before you go to sleep. It will be perfect in the morning.; To toast; , I usually scatter the nuts on a baking sheet and place them in an oven between 300 and 350u00b0F for 10 minutes. You can also toast them in a dry pan. When you can smell them and they begin to ge…; Use great quality dark; here. You'll notice the difference. They are the star of the show.; As I always say, if you want to make your own; cheaply at home, simply stir together equal parts heavy cream and sour cream, and let stand in the fridge overnight.

Servings: persons

1/4 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
2 sheets bought frozen puff pastry, thawed but cold
2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, cooled
6 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons creme fraiche
2 tablespoon half and half
Think ahead when using store-bought
. The best way to do so is by tossing the pastry from the freezer to the fridge before you go to sleep. It will be perfect in the morning.
To toast
, I usually scatter the nuts on a baking sheet and place them in an oven between 300 and 350u00b0F for 10 minutes. You can also toast them in a dry pan. When you can smell them and they begin to get golden cheeks, they're ready. I often toast more then I need, then store them in the freezer to keep them from spoiling.
Use great quality dark
here. You'll notice the difference. They are the star of the show.
As I always say, if you want to make your own
cheaply at home, simply stir together equal parts heavy cream and sour cream, and let stand in the fridge overnight.

1
Preheat the oven to 400u00b0F.
2
In a small bowl, combine the 2 sugars and the cinnamon.
3
Roll out both sheets of puff pastry slightly, into two identical squares. Brush the pastry all over with the cooled melted butter.
4
Scatter half the cinnamon sugar all over one puff pastry square, and the other half all over the other. Do the same with the walnuts, and the chocolate chips.
5
Roll the sweetened puff pastry squares up into logs, as if you were making a jelly roll. Using a serrated knife, trim just the edges off the sides of the logs. Then cut each log into 6 identical Pain au Chocolat Cinnamon Rolls.
6
Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray. Into each muffin cup, place one cinnamon roll, swirl-side up. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Check them at 25 minutes, and they should be golden and puffed. If not, allow them to go for a few more minutes, but you want to pull them before golden turns to brown.
7
Meanwhile, prepare the glaze. In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, creme fraiche, and half and half until the glaze has a smooth, even consistency. Set aside.
8
When the cinnamon rolls are done in the oven, transfer them to a plate and allow them to cool slightly. When they are still warm, but no longer hot, drizzle the creme fraiche icing all over the tops of the Pain au Chocolat Cinnamon Rolls. Allow the glaze to set for about 5 minutes, and serve still warm.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 2 sheets bought frozen puff pastry, thawed but cold, and more.

Yes, French In A Flash: Pain Au Chocolat Cinnamon Rolls With Crème Fraîche Icing And Walnuts Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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French In A Flash: Pain Au Chocolat Cinnamon Rolls With Crème Fraîche Icing And Walnuts Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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