Description
These Nutella Puff Pastries are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring flaky puff pastry twisted with rich Nutella hazelnut spread. Perfect as a sweet treat for breakfast, brunch, or a snack, these golden, crispy twists are brushed with egg wash for a beautiful shine and dusted with confectionery sugar for an elegant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 package prepared puff pastry, thawed
- ¾ cup Nutella or hazelnut spread
Egg Wash
- 2 eggs
Topping
- 3 tbsp confectionery sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the pastries as soon as they are prepared.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a clean, flat surface to smooth them out and prepare for layering.
- Spread Nutella: Evenly spread the Nutella or hazelnut spread over one sheet of the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges to seal it properly.
- Layer Pastry Sheets: Place the second puff pastry sheet on top of the Nutella-covered one, aligning the edges carefully to enclose the filling.
- Cut and Twist: Cut the layered pastry into ½-inch wide strips. Gently twist each strip several times to create a spiral-shaped pastry twist.
- Arrange and Brush: Place the twisted pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then brush the tops generously with the beaten egg wash to give them a glossy finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the pastries are puffed up and golden brown.
- Cool and Dust: Allow the pastries to cool slightly once out of the oven, then dust them with confectionery sugar before serving for a sweet, elegant touch.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is properly thawed before rolling to avoid cracking.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or chopped nuts inside before layering.
- The strips can be made wider if you prefer thicker twists that are less crispy and more tender.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter for clean, even cuts.
- Egg wash can be made with just egg yolk or whole eggs according to preference.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture.
