Description
Delight in these festive Christmas Nutella Puff Pastries, featuring flaky, golden puff pastry filled with rich chocolate-hazelnut spread. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these easy-to-make treats combine buttery layers with creamy Nutella, topped with a glossy egg wash and festive decorations for a stunning seasonal dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry & Filling
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ½ cup Nutella (or any chocolate-hazelnut spread)
For Topping
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Optional: crushed hazelnuts, festive sprinkles, or cinnamon sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into 12 rectangles or your choice of holiday shapes like stars or trees for festive flair.
- Add Nutella Filling: On half of the pastry pieces, spoon 1 to 2 teaspoons of Nutella each. Spread it slightly, being careful to leave clear edges so the pastries can be sealed properly.
- Seal the Pastries: Place the remaining pastry pieces on top of the Nutella-topped ones. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal the pastries and prevent the filling from leaking during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg and brush it over the tops of the pastries to give them a beautiful golden color and shiny finish once baked.
- Bake: Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are puffed up and golden brown.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the pastries to cool slightly. Then dust them with powdered sugar or decorate with optional crushed hazelnuts, festive sprinkles, or cinnamon sugar to add texture and holiday cheer.
Notes
- Ensure puff pastry is thoroughly thawed before rolling for best results.
- Do not overfill with Nutella to avoid leakage during baking.
- Customize with different festive shapes using cookie cutters.
- For a nuttier texture, sprinkle crushed hazelnuts on top after egg wash and before baking.
- Best served warm for gooey Nutella centers, but also delicious at room temperature.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly to restore flakiness.
