Description
Delightfully crispy and flaky Nutella Puff Pastries featuring layers of buttery puff pastry filled with rich hazelnut spread, twisted to create an elegant and easy-to-make treat perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the puff pastries evenly.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a clean, flat surface to smooth any creases and prepare for filling.
- Spread Nutella: Evenly spread the ¾ cup of Nutella over one sheet of puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges to seal properly when topped.
- Layer Pastry Sheets: Place the second puff pastry sheet directly over the Nutella-covered sheet, aligning the edges carefully to prevent filling leakage.
- Cut Into Strips: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the layered pastry into ½-inch wide strips, preparing them for twisting.
- Twist Strips: Gently twist each strip several times to create the distinctive twisted shape that will bake into crispy, flaky sticks.
- Arrange and Egg Wash: Place the twisted pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet evenly spaced. Beat the 2 eggs and brush the tops of each pastry with the egg wash for a beautiful golden finish.
- Bake Pastries: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the pastries have puffed up and turned golden brown.
- Cool and Finish: Allow the pastries to cool slightly on a wire rack, then dust them with the 3 tablespoons of confectionery sugar before serving for a sweet, elegant touch.
Notes
- Make sure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling to avoid cracking.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter for clean, even strips.
- Egg wash helps the pastries develop a glossy golden color; you can skip for a vegan version.
- Serve warm for best taste and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
