Save to Pins Flaky, golden puff pastry with a luscious Nutella filling, shaped into beautiful snowflakes a festive treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
- Pastry: 2 sheets ready-rolled puff pastry (about 250 g each) thawed if frozen
- Filling: 6 tbsp Nutella (or other chocolate-hazelnut spread)
- Topping: 1 egg beaten (for egg wash) 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Unroll both sheets of puff pastry Place one sheet on the prepared tray.
- Step 3:
- Spread the Nutella evenly over the pastry leaving a 1 cm border around the edges.
- Step 4:
- Place the second sheet of pastry on top aligning the edges.
- Step 5:
- Place a small glass in the center without pressing down Using a sharp knife cut the pastry into 16 equal strips from the edge of the glass to the edge of the pastry creating sun rays.
- Step 6:
- Twist each strip gently 2 3 times If desired pinch the ends together for a snowflake effect.
- Step 7:
- Remove the glass Brush the pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 18 22 minutes or until puffed and deeply golden.
- Step 9:
- Allow to cool slightly then dust with powdered sugar Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Save to Pins Questions & Answers
- → Can I use other fillings besides Nutella?
Yes, you can substitute Nutella with any chocolate-hazelnut spread or your favorite nut butter to suit your preference.
- → How do I achieve the perfect snowflake shape?
Use a small glass placed in the center of the pastry to guide cutting 16 strips. Twist each strip gently two to three times for the snowflake effect.
- → What is the best way to ensure the pastry puffs evenly?
Make sure to use thawed but cold puff pastry sheets and handle them gently. Also, applying an egg wash helps achieve an even golden puff.
- → Can I prepare these in advance?
Yes, you can assemble the pastries and refrigerate briefly before baking, but bake fresh for the best puff and crispiness.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
The pastry contains wheat, eggs, milk, and hazelnuts from the filling. Always check labels for cross-contamination risks.