If we said you only need two ingredients to make 10 different recipes, would you believe us? Well, it’s true! Go and get some puff pastry and Nutella (or any chocolate hazelnut spread) and we’ll show you 10 easy ways to craft these two simple ingredients into a variety of indulgent snacks, including some tips for the perfect dessert.
Crescent rolls
The first and simplest recipe is a given – you can never go wrong with crescent rolls! But take note of how to properly make them: first cut a round sheet of puff pastry into wedges. Place a teaspoon of Nutella at the base of each triangle, then roll up toward the tip. Bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes.
Roll muffins
For the perfect result, you should bake these muffins in a thoroughly buttered pan. Spread the Nutella on a rectangular sheet of puff pastry, then roll it up. Let it chill in the refrigerator, then cut it into slices. Place each slice in a muffin pan and bake at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes.
Pull-apart pastry
This fun classic is perfect for a dessert table. Spread Nutella on a round sheet of puff pastry, then cover with another sheet the same size. Place a medium-sized round bowl in the center and cut the dough outside of the bowl into strips. Twist each strip twice. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Pain au chocolat
A twist on the classic French treat: instead of using dark chocolate chips inside, we’re using Nutella! Just cut out some rectangles of puff pastry dough and fold them back over themselves once filled.
Spirals
Don’t let their pretty shape fool you: these sweets are actually very easy to make. Just spread Nutella on a rectangular sheet of puff pastry dough and cover with another sheet. Cut the dough into fairly thick strips. Twist each strip several times and then roll the strip around itself to form a spiral. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Twists
Nice and simple: use the previous recipe, but don’t roll the strips around themselves; leave them straight like breadsticks.
Pinwheels
These are probably the most difficult variety to make. First, cut the sheet of puff pastry dough into squares. Cut the square into four triangles starting from the corners, but leave the center of the square intact. Fill the center of the square with Nutella. Fold every other corner of the triangles toward the center. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
Candies
Children will love these sweet treats. Just cut the dough into rectangles, fill the center with Nutella and close them up, forming them into a candy shape with gathered, twisted ends. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
Palmiers
These pastries are typically found in Italian bakeries. Spread the Nutella onto a rectangular sheet of puff pastry dough; roll up one side toward the center, then the other. Let the pastries chill in the refrigerator for an hour, then cut them into slices. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
Danishes
If baking isn’t your strong suit, this recipe is for you: cut the puff pastry dough into squares, fill the center with Nutella, then fold all four corners in toward the center, pressing them together with your fingers to seal the dough. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.