Easy Nutella Puff Pastry Twists, Knots, & Rolls Recipe
Delightfully flaky and irresistibly chocolatey, these Easy Nutella Puff Pastry twists, knots, and rolls are perfect for a quick dessert or snack. Made with simple puff pastry sheets and creamy Nutella, they bake up golden and crisp with a luscious chocolate filling inside, topped with a glossy egg wash and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for the perfect finishing touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 pastries 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry Base
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry dough
Filling
- 1/2 cup Nutella
Topping
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot enough for the puff pastry to rise and crisp beautifully.
- Prepare Dough Sheets: Once the puff pastry sheets have thawed, place them on a lightly floured surface. Use a rolling pin to gently roll each sheet out into a slightly larger and even rectangle. Be careful not to roll too thin to maintain the dough’s structure.
- Spread Nutella: Spread the 1/2 cup of Nutella evenly over one of the puff pastry sheets, making sure the entire surface is covered. Carefully place the second sheet on top, aligning the edges to enclose the Nutella filling.
- Cut Strips: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the layered pastry into 12 strips approximately 1/2 inch wide. Cut horizontally from one long edge of the rectangle to the other.
- Shape Pastries: For rolls, simply roll a strip of dough from one end to the other, resembling a cinnamon roll. For twists, hold a strip in both hands and twist each end in opposite directions. For knots, first twist the strip, then wrap one end around the base and tuck the other end underneath to secure the shape.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Place the shaped pastries onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, spaced evenly apart. Brush the tops with beaten egg using a pastry brush to give a glossy golden finish after baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastries are puffed up and golden brown.
- Cool and Dust: Remove the pastries from the oven and let them cool slightly on a cooling rack. Dust generously with powdered sugar for a sweet, elegant finish.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a decadent dessert or treat with coffee or tea.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry sheets are properly thawed but still cold to make rolling and handling easier.
- You can freeze unbaked shaped pastries for up to 1 month; bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to baking time.
- For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free puff pastry and chocolate spread alternatives.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to get clean strips and prevent tearing the dough.
- Brush the edges of the puff pastry sheets with a little water before layering to help them stick together if desired.
Keywords: Nutella puff pastry, Nutella twists, puff pastry knots, Nutella rolls, easy dessert, chocolate pastry
