Chocolate Coconut Phyllo Triangles

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 10

Chocolate Coconut Phyllo Triangles for your Chocolate Cravings

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

439

Sugar

19g

Fat

30g

If you're a chocolate lover, then these Chocolate Coconut Phyllo Triangles are a must-try recipe for you. Made with a combination of melting chocolate, shredded coconut, and sliced almonds, these phyllo pastry triangles are a great dessert option for any occasion. The layers of phyllo pastry give the triangles a delicate crunch, while the filling has a creamy and chocolatey flavor. Perfect for serving with a cup of coffee or as an after-dinner treat, this recipe is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Melt the butter in a small saucepan.
2.	Add the chocolate, coconut, and almonds, stirring to combine.
3.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
4.	Place a sheet of phyllo pastry on a work surface or cutting board and brush it with oil.
5.	Add another layer of phyllo pastry on top, and brush that with oil as well.
6.	Cut the layered pastry into 3 long strips.
7.	Spoon 1 tablespoon of the chocolate mixture onto the end of each strip of pastry.
8.	Fold the pastry over the filling so it forms a triangle, and continue folding the pastry over itself until you reach the end of the strip.
9.	Brush the tops of the triangles with oil and place them on a baking sheet.
10.	Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

These Chocolate Coconut Phyllo Triangles are a great way to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

The combination of chocolate, coconut, and almonds creates a tasty and unique flavor that everyone will love.

CONS

While delicious, these triangles can be time-consuming to make and require some skill with handling delicate phyllo pastry.

They should also be enjoyed in moderation as they are high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, these Chocolate Coconut Phyllo Triangles contain almonds which are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, and various important nutrients.
Dark chocolate also contains antioxidants which can help protect the body against oxidative stress.

	8 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
	1/2 cup shredded coconut
	2/3 cup sliced almonds or 2/3 cup slivered almonds
	1/2 cup room temp butter
	12 sheets phyllo pastry sheets
	1/3 cup oil