Description
Delightfully flaky and chocolatey Nutella puff pastries made with crispy puff pastry twists filled with rich hazelnut spread. Perfect as a sweet snack or dessert, these easy-to-make pastries combine buttery layers with the luscious flavor of Nutella, finished with a golden egg wash and a dusting of confectionery sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 package prepared puff pastry (thawed)
Filling
- ¾ cup Nutella or hazelnut spread
Egg Wash
- 2 eggs (for egg wash)
Topping
- 3 tbsp confectionery sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the pastries evenly.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a clean surface, making sure they are smooth and even for consistent baking.
- Spread Nutella: Evenly spread the Nutella over one sheet of puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges to allow sealing when layering.
- Layer Pastry: Place the second puff pastry sheet on top of the Nutella-spread sheet, aligning the edges carefully to encase the filling.
- Cut and Twist: Cut the layered pastry into ½-inch wide strips and gently twist each strip to create the characteristic puff pastry twists.
- Arrange and Brush: Arrange the twisted pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Beat the eggs and brush the tops of the twists with the egg wash to promote browning and shine.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed, indicating they are fully cooked and flaky.
- Cool and Dust: Allow the pastries to cool slightly on a wire rack, then dust with confectionery sugar before serving to add a touch of sweetness and visual appeal.
Notes
- For a nut-free variation, substitute Nutella with a chocolate spread that does not contain hazelnuts.
- Ensure puff pastry sheets are properly thawed to prevent cracking while rolling.
- Egg wash enhances color and shine but can be omitted for a vegan adaptation by using a plant-based milk wash.
- Serve pastries fresh for best texture; however, leftovers can be warmed briefly in the oven to regain crispiness.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
