Nutella Christmas Tree Puff Pastry
This delightful pastry combines flaky puff pastry with rich Nutella, creating a whimsical Christmas tree that is irresistibly delicious and perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the pastry
- 2 sheets sheets of puff pastry, thawed if frozen
- 1/2 cup Nutella or other chocolate hazelnut spread
- 1 large egg for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon milk for egg wash
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Star-shaped cookie cutter (optional, for tree topper)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place one sheet of puff pastry on the prepared baking sheet and roll it out if needed.
- Warm the Nutella in the microwave for 10–15 seconds and spread it evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a small border all around.
- Place the second sheet of puff pastry on top and gently press down to seal the edges snugly.
- Cut the stacked pastry into a large triangle, reserving scraps for the trunk and decorations.
- Cut horizontal strips on both sides of the triangle from the top down to create branches, then gently twist each strip to form a realistic tree shape.
- Cut a small rectangle from the scraps to create a trunk and use the star-shaped cookie cutter for the top decoration.
Baking
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk and then brush this mixture over the entire pastry to give it a beautiful golden shine.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Before serving, dust with powdered sugar for an extra festive touch.
Notes
Store-bought puff pastry can save time, but homemade will enhance flavor. You can swap Nutella for other spreads as desired.