# Ingredient List:
→ Gingerbread Filling
01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
03 - 1/4 cup molasses
04 - 1 large egg yolk
05 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Puff Pastry
12 - 2 sheets ready-rolled puff pastry, chilled (about 1 lb)
13 - 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
→ Decoration (Optional)
14 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
15 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or icing (for faces)
# Steps:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and dark brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Mix in molasses and egg yolk until fully combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
04 - Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft, cohesive dough forms. Set aside.
05 - Lightly flour a work surface and roll out the puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet into four equal rectangles to yield eight pieces total.
06 - Place roughly one heaping tablespoon of gingerbread dough in the center of each pastry rectangle. Fold pastry over to form a pocket and seal edges by pinching and pressing gently with a fork for decoration.
07 - Arrange pockets on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with beaten egg to achieve a golden finish.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes, or until the pockets are puffed and golden brown.
09 - Allow pockets to cool slightly. If desired, dust with powdered sugar and decorate with mini chocolate chips or icing to create sleeping faces.
10 - Serve warm or at room temperature for a cozy treat.
