Chocolate Mascarpone Phyllo Triangles

These chocolate mascarpone phyllo triangles are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. The flaky phyllo dough is filled with a rich and creamy mascarpone and chocolate mixture, then baked to golden perfection. These triangles are not only delicious, but also impressive to serve. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply want to indulge in a decadent dessert, these chocolate mascarpone phyllo triangles are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 8 phyllo pastry sheets
• 2 cups mascarpone cheese
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
3. Place one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean work surface.
4. Brush the sheet with melted butter.
5. Place another sheet of phyllo pastry on top and brush with butter. Repeat this process until you have 4 layers of phyllo pastry.
6. Cut the layered phyllo pastry into 6 equal triangles.
7. Spoon a tablespoon of the mascarpone mixture onto one corner of each triangle.
8. Sprinkle a few chocolate chips over the mascarpone mixture.
9. Fold the phyllo pastry over the filling, starting from the corner with the mascarpone mixture, to create a triangle. Press the edges to seal.
10. Repeat steps 5 to 9 with the remaining phyllo pastry and filling.
11. Place the filled triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
12. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the phyllo pastry is golden and crisp.
13. Remove from the oven and let the triangles cool for a few minutes.
14. Dust the triangles with powdered sugar before serving.
15. Enjoy these delicious chocolate mascarpone phyllo triangles with a cup of coffee or as a decadent dessert after a meal.

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