Chocolate Lavender Napoleons – Elegant, Crispy, and Floral

Chocolate Lavender Napoleons are a sophisticated dessert that layers crispy puff pastry with smooth chocolate cream and a hint of fragrant lavender. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent treat, these bite-sized pastries combine buttery, flaky layers with a delicate floral chocolate filling. With their impressive presentation and irresistible flavor, they’re sure to delight anyone at the table.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Rich Chocolate Flavor – Smooth chocolate cream melts in your mouth.
Subtle Floral Notes – Lavender adds a delicate, aromatic twist.
Crispy & Flaky – Puff pastry creates layers of buttery texture.
Elegant Dessert – Perfect for entertaining or special occasions.

Ingredients

For the Puff Pastry Layers:

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1 tbsp sugar

For the Chocolate Lavender Cream:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 oz (115 g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 tsp culinary lavender, finely chopped
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish:

• Powdered sugar
• Extra chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Puff Pastry
   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into rectangles. Sprinkle with sugar and bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
2. Make the Chocolate Lavender Cream
   In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream and lavender over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat, strain lavender, and pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract. Chill until slightly thickened.
3. Assemble the Napoleons
   Spread or pipe chocolate lavender cream onto one puff pastry rectangle and top with another layer. Repeat for remaining layers, finishing with a pastry layer on top.
4. Garnish and Serve
   Dust with powdered sugar and add chocolate shavings if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Nutritional Information

Calories: ~320
Protein: 4g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Sugar: 14g
Fiber: 2g

Tips for Success

• Use Cold Puff Pastry – Ensures flakier layers when baked.
• Light on Lavender – A little goes a long way; finely chop for a subtle flavor.
• Chill the Cream – Helps the filling hold its shape between layers.

Why This Recipe Works

The flaky, buttery puff pastry layers provide a crisp texture that contrasts perfectly with the silky chocolate lavender cream. The gentle floral note of lavender elevates the rich chocolate flavor, creating a refined and indulgent dessert experience.

Chocolate Lavender Napoleons are an elegant, flavorful dessert that’s perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a special treat. Crispy, creamy, and subtly floral, these pastries are as beautiful as they are delicious.