Puff Pastry Nutella Twists

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients and Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the twists from sticking and to ensure an easy cleanup.

Step 2: Roll Out the Puff Pastry

On a lightly floured surface, unfold the puff pastry sheet. If it’s too thick, use a rolling pin to gently roll it out into a rectangle approximately 10 x 12 inches in size. Aim for an even thickness across the sheet to ensure uniform baking.

Step 3: Spread Nutella

Using a spatula or the back of a spoon, spread a thin, even layer of Nutella over half of the puff pastry sheet. Spread the Nutella all the way to the edges for maximum flavor in each twist.

Step 4: Fold and Press the Pastry

Fold the puff pastry in half over the Nutella-covered side, pressing lightly to seal. You should now have a rectangle with Nutella filling in between the layers.

Step 5: Cut the Pastry into Strips

With a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, slice the folded pastry into 1-inch wide strips. You should end up with about 10 to 12 strips.

Step 6: Twist the Strips

Take each strip and hold one end in each hand. Gently twist the strip several times to form a spiral, making sure the Nutella remains inside the twist. Place each twist on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each one to allow for expansion during baking.

Step 7: Apply the Egg Wash

In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of water. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the egg wash over each twist. This will give the pastry a beautiful, golden finish.

Step 8: Bake the Twists

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the twists are puffed and golden brown. The Nutella should be warm and slightly melted inside each twist.

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