The Easiest Nutella Dessert

Name: The Easiest Nutella Dessert
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Nutella (or about 150 grams, spreadable chocolate hazelnut spread); 1 sheet Puff Pastry (store-bought, thawed according to package directions); 1 large Egg (beaten, for egg wash)

A quick and incredibly simple recipe for a delightful Nutella-filled dessert made with puff pastry and cooked to golden perfection in an air fryer. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings with minimal effort.

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#Sweet Treat

Golden brown Nutella pastries, fresh from the air fryer

Recipe Information

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

17m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Dessert

English

Nutrition (per serving)

380

Calories

Protein

45g

Carbs

28g

Fat

Puff pastry with a generous spread of Nutella

Ingredients

Nutella
(or about 150 grams, spreadable chocolate hazelnut spread)
1 cup
Puff Pastry
(store-bought, thawed according to package directions)
1 sheet
Egg
(beaten, for egg wash)
1 large

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pastry folded and cut into individual portions, ready for egg wash

Instructions

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1
Unroll one sheet of thawed puff pastry onto a clean, lightly floured surface or parchment paper.
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Unroll one sheet of thawed puff pastry onto a clean, lightly floured surface or parchment paper.
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Ensure pastry is fully thawed but still cold to work with easily.
2
Evenly spread a generous layer of Nutella over one half of the puff pastry sheet, leaving a small border around the edges.
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Evenly spread a generous layer of Nutella over one half of the puff pastry sheet, leaving a small border around the edges.
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Don't overfill to prevent leakage during cooking.
3
Fold the other half of the puff pastry over the Nutella-covered side, aligning the edges. Gently press down firmly along the edges to seal the pastry, forming a pocket.
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Fold the other half of the puff pastry over the Nutella-covered side, aligning the edges. Gently press down firmly along the edges to seal the pastry, forming a pocket.
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You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative and secure seal.
4
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the folded pastry into your desired shapes or strips. The video shows cutting into individual rectangles.
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Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the folded pastry into your desired shapes or strips. The video shows cutting into individual rectangles.
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Aim for evenly sized pieces to ensure uniform cooking.
5
Whisk the large egg in a small bowl. Then, lightly brush the tops of the cut pastry pieces with the beaten egg to give them a golden finish.
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Whisk the large egg in a small bowl. Then, lightly brush the tops of the cut pastry pieces with the beaten egg to give them a golden finish.
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An egg wash adds shine and helps achieve a beautiful golden brown color.
6
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
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Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
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Preheating ensures even cooking and crispiness from the start.
7
Carefully place the pastry pieces in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 7 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
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Carefully place the pastry pieces in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 7 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
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Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding, which can lead to uneven cooking.
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Carefully remove the golden brown Nutella pastries from the air fryer and serve warm. They are best enjoyed fresh!
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Carefully remove the golden brown Nutella pastries from the air fryer and serve warm. They are best enjoyed fresh!
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A dusting of powdered sugar can be added for extra sweetness and presentation.