Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 2

Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.

Step 3

Add the vegetable oil.

Step 4

Melt in the microwave in intervals of 30 seconds until the chocolate chips are melted and smooth.

Step 5

Set aside to cool while you prepare the cream cheese mixture.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.

Step 7

Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 8

Once everything is combined stir in the melted chocolate.

Step 9

Unfold one puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.

Step 10

Using a rolling pin, gently roll out the puff pastry to help remove the fold lines.

Step 11

Spread the chocolate cream cheese mixture over the surface of the sheet of puff pastry.

Step 12

Unfold and press out the fold seams on the other sheet of puff pastry. Place this sheet on top of the chocolate cream cheese sheet.

Step 13

Gently press both pieces together.

Step 14

Using a sharp knife, slice the puff pastry into 12 strips.

Step 15

Then twist each stip and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Step 16

Pinch them securely on each end.

Step 17

Brush the edges with the egg wash.

Step 18

Then sprinkle with a little extra sugar.

Step 19

Place the tray in the refrigerator to chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.

Step 20

Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 15 - 17 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown.

Step 21

Allow the chocolate twists to cool at least 30 minutes while you prepare the glaze.

Step 22

Combine the powdered sugar, vanilla extra and milk together.

Step 23

Drizzle on top of the cooled chocolate puff pastry twists.