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3 Ingredient Nutella Puff Pastry Croissants Recipe

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Delightfully simple and delicious, these 3 Ingredient Nutella Puff Pastry Croissants are a perfect treat for any time of day. Using ready-made puff pastry, a rich layer of Nutella, and an egg wash for that golden finish, these croissants are easy to make and irresistibly flaky with a luscious chocolate-hazelnut filling inside.

Ingredients

Pastry

  • 1 puff pastry sheet, thawed according to package instructions and rolled to double in size

Filling

  • 1/2 cup Nutella

For Egg Wash

  • 1 egg, whisked

Optional

  • 2 tbsp confectioners sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the croissants.
  2. Prepare Puff Pastry: Lightly flour a working surface and place one thawed puff pastry sheet on it. Gently roll the sheet so it doubles in length, aiming for about 18 inches if using Pepperidge Farm puff pastry. This thinning and elongating will help your croissants bake more evenly and quickly. Then, cut this rolled pastry into two equal sheets around 9 inches in length each.
  3. Spread Nutella: Evenly spread a thin layer of Nutella over one of the puff pastry sheets. Use just enough to cover the surface without overdoing it, as too much Nutella will cause messiness during rolling and may burn while baking.
  4. Layer Pastry Sheets: Place the second puff pastry sheet directly on top of the Nutella-covered one, creating a sandwich.
  5. Cut Triangles: Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the layered dough into triangles approximately 1.5 to 1.75 inches wide at the base, ready for rolling.
  6. Roll Croissants: Starting from the wide end of each triangle, carefully roll the dough towards the pointed tip to form classic crescent-shaped croissants. This technique seals in the Nutella filling.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Transfer the rolled croissants onto a lined baking sheet, placing each with the pointed end beneath to keep them sealed. Brush all sides generously with the whisked egg wash to achieve a shiny, golden crust.
  8. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 15 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the croissants turn a beautiful golden brown and the dough is fully cooked.
  9. Cool and Serve: Allow the croissants to cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes before serving to let the layers set and to avoid burning your mouth on hot Nutella.

Notes

  • Do not overload the puff pastry with Nutella to prevent leakage and burning during baking.
  • Placing the pointed end underneath the croissant while baking helps keep them sealed and maintains the crescent shape.
  • If desired, dust with confectioners sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness and presentation.
  • Make sure your puff pastry is fully thawed for easier rolling and handling.
  • You can use store-bought puff pastry to save time without compromising taste.

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