This Nutella puffed pastry braid is as pretty as it is delicious. Buttery and flaky pastry dough is braided around a rich and creamy Nutella filling for a beautiful sweet treat that’s a surprisingly easy dessert to make.
If you’re looking for show-stopping new recipes to impress everyone at your next party, this Nutella puffed pastry braid is just the dessert you need. It starts with a store-bought puff pastry, and has a delicious chocolate hazelnut filling with only two ingredients, so it comes together quickly. And don’t be intimidated by the fancy-looking braid on top – it’s really quite easy, but it turns this dessert from an ordinary pastry into something truly special. Perfect for holiday parties, fancy dinners, or even a special occasion breakfast, this is one sweet treat you need to try!
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Why We Love This Recipe
- The fancy appearance of this treat is sure to impress your guests – everyone will be amazed by your pastry-chef-level baking skills.
- We love any opportunity to bake with Nutella chocolate hazelnut spread – its sweet and delicious flavor makes any dessert better!
- This delicious recipe can be a great party dessert or a fabulous sweet breakfast.
- This treat is so rich and decadent that it’s perfect for a party or special occasion.
- With just a few simple ingredients, it’s a quick and easy recipe to prepare.
Ingredients
- Sheet of puff pastry
- Softened cream cheese
- Nutella
- Semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (mini)
- Egg
- Powdered sugar
How to Make a Nutella Puffed Pastry Braid
Step One: Prepare the Pastry and Filling
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper
- Lay puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and use a rolling pin to flatten it evenly.
- In a mixing bowl, mix together the Nutella and cream cheese.
- Pour and spread the cream cheese mixture along the center of the rolled-out puff pastry sheet.
- Top with mini chocolate chips.
Step Two: Add the Braid
- Using a sharp knife, cut long slits away from the filling the full length of the pastry sheet on both sides to form 1-inch strips.
- Make a braid using the horizontal strips of pastry you created and braiding them over the center section containing the filling.
- Beat an egg in a small bowl, then brush the entire sheet of puff pastry with the beaten egg.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until flaky and golden brown. Place on a wire rack to cool, then dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Tips and Suggestions
- To prevent the puff pastry layers from sticking together, always cut in a straight line up and down and not at an angle. Avoid dragging the knife.
- Before rolling the pastry, dust the rolling pin with flour to prevent sticking.
- If you don’t have a pastry brush, you can use the end of a rolled-up paper towel to apply the egg wash.
Variations
- Make a fruity puffed pastry braid by substituting apple pie filling, blueberry pie filling, or apricot jam for the Nutella.
- Try a dark chocolate and peanut butter filling in place of the Nutella.
- Top with sliced or slivered almonds for added flavor and crunch.
- For a savory dish, use spinach and artichoke dip to fill the pastry.
You’ll also love our Nutella swirl muffins.
How Do I Store the Nutella Puffed Pastry Braid?
Puffed pastry braids should ideally be enjoyed within a few hours of baking, as they don’t keep well. But you can prepare and fill the braid ahead of time and keep it in the fridge wrapped in plastic wrap until you are to bake.
What if My Puff Pastry Tears?
Don’t worry – you can just repair the tears with bits of extra dough. It also helps to pop the pastry in the fridge for a few minutes before baking.
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Nutella Puff Pastry Braid
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2/3 cup Nutella
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 egg beaten
- confectioner's sugar optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface and roll out until flat and even. Place on the lined baking sheet.
- In a small mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and Nutella until smooth.
- Spread the mixture along the center of the pastry sheet.
- Top with mini chocolate chips.
- Use a sharp knife to cut slits along both sides of the filling.
- Braid the side strips over the top of the filling.
- Brush with beaten egg.
- Bake 18 to 20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Allow to cool and top with powdered sugar before serving.
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