Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles Recipe

Indulge in these heavenly Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles! A delightful dessert reminiscent of pastelitos or sweet empanadas, these crispy, flaky triangles are filled with rich Mexican chocolate and layered phyllo dough. A perfect blend of textures and flavors, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 207 kcal

Protein 2g

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Ingredients for Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles

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How to Make Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 11x17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
Finely grind 4 ounces of the Mexican chocolate with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar in a food processor until a fine powder forms.
Set aside 4 ounces of Mexican chocolate, breaking it into 1/2-ounce pieces.
Lay out 8 sheets of phyllo on a clean surface, keeping the remaining sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
Place one sheet lengthwise on your work surface. Brush lightly with melted butter.
Sprinkle evenly with 1 1/2 tablespoons of the chocolate-sugar mixture.
Repeat steps 5-6 with three more sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter and sprinkling with the chocolate-sugar mixture.
Cut the phyllo stack horizontally into 4 even strips.
Take one strip. Place a 1/2-ounce piece of chocolate 2 inches from the end.
Fold the phyllo to the left of the chocolate over the chocolate, creating a 3-inch triangle. The left edge should be aligned with the back edge.
Fold the right side of the phyllo over the chocolate, maintaining the triangle shape.
Fold the chocolate towards the front edge of the strip.
Continue wrapping the chocolate, alternating the direction of the folds until you reach the end.
Repeat steps 9-13 with the remaining phyllo strips to create a total of 8 chocolate triangles.
Arrange the triangles on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

37g

Carbs

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Sweets & Sides Desserts The Americas American Mexican Vegetarian Baking 30 Minutes Or Less

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles?

Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles?

Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles has approximately 207 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles?

The key ingredients for Mexican Chocolate Phyllo Triangles are Bittersweet Chocolate, Granulated Sugar, Phyllo Pastry, Unsalted Butter. See the full list with measurements above.