Phyllo Chocolate Cigars

Name: Phyllo Chocolate Cigars
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3 sheets filo pastry ((32 x 38 cm)); 7 oz Chocolate (chips or batons); 1/4 cup Butter (melted)

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Flaky, crispy phyllo chocolate cigars are filo pastry filled with chocolate, rolled into a cigar shape, then baked until golden. Simple, elegant treats that get done in less than 15 minutes.

A stack of filo cigars filled with chocolate on a wooden tray. — Phyllo Cigars – Filo Pastry with Chocolate

This is one of those treats that are perfect when you have unexpected guests or a serious chocolate craving. I love chocolate, and I love all things crispy. So, these are my favorite treats. In fact, I love dipping these in my chocolate syrup. I know, for some, that’s too much chocolate.

Ingredients and substitutes

Filo – I always use store-bought filo, but you are free to experiment with fresh filo. Fresh filo is a bit harder to work with when layering, but it’s still possible.
Chocolate – I am using dark chocolate batons, which are usually used for chocolate croissants, but any crushed chocolate bar or chocolate chips work too.
Melted butter – Helps make the filo crisp and gives it that nice golden brown color when baked.

Step-by-step instructions

Preheat the oven to 190 °C / 375°F.
Cut each filo sheet into 4 (see video), 12 cigars.
Work with one piece at a time, keeping the others under a damp cloth to prevent drying out.
Brush with melted butter.
Place chocolate/chocolate chips.
Fold the two sides over. Then, roll into a cylinder (see video).
Brush with melted butter to seal the edges as you roll. This will keep them from opening up.
Place on a baking tray.
Brush each with more melted butter.
Bake for about 10 to 20 minutes until lightly golden.
Cool for at least 10 minutes before you serve.
Caution – the chocolate inside the cigar will be hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long will these filo cigars keep?

These chocolate cigars will keep at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week

What chocolate should I use for these cigars?

Use whatever chocolate you like to eat. Dark, milk, or semi-sweet. I do not recommend using baking or cooking chocolate

How many sheets of filo should I use?

Personally, I think the filo is as delicious as the chocolate. I have used two sheets as one. This is a nice balance of crispy filo and soft chocolate. But you can also use just one sheet.

Can I use other fillings?

Absolutely, use hazelnut spread, Nutella, dulce de leche, caramel with nuts. The options are endless.

Veena Azmanov

Phyllo Chocolate Cigars

5 from 13 votes

Flaky, crispy phyllo chocolate cigars are filo pastry filled with chocolate, rolled into a cigar shape, then baked until golden. Simple, elegant treats that get done in less than 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 12 Cigars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 332

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Ingredients

3 (3) sheets filo pastry (32 x 38 cm)
7 oz (200 g) Chocolate chips or batons
¼ cup (60 g) Butter melted

Method

Preheat the oven to 190 °C / 375°F
Cut each filo sheet into 4 (see video), 12 cigars.
Work with one piece at a time, keeping the others under a damp cloth to prevent drying out.
Brush with melted butter.
Place chocolate/chocolate chips.
Fold the two sides over, then roll into a cylinder (see video).
Brush with melted butter to seal the edges as you roll. This will keep them from opening up.
Place on a baking tray.
Brush each with more melted butter.
Bake for about 10 to 20 minutes until lightly golden.
Cool for at least 10 minutes before you serve.
Caution – the chocolate inside the cigar will be hot.

Equipment you will need

Kitchen Knife

Baking Tray

Pastry Brush

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What a lovely recipe. I bet my kids will love this. I will involve them to help me make this. Can’t wait to give it a try.

Veena Azmanov says:

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Yes, my kids love doing this with me too.

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These are so fun, and the chocolate filling is just to die for! What a lovely special treat, definitely one I will come back to for special occasions down the line!