Nutella Christmas Tree
A festive and whimsical dessert shaped like a tree, filled with gooey Nutella, making it a perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed but still cold
- ½ cup Nutella (or other chocolate-hazelnut spread)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Crushed hazelnuts, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread Nutella evenly over one sheet of puff pastry, leaving a ½-inch border.
- Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the first, aligning the edges, and press gently to seal.
- Cut the pastry into a large triangle to form the tree shape and trim off the bottom corners for the trunk.
- Slice horizontal cuts from the outer edges towards the center, leaving a middle section intact for the trunk.
- Twist each strip two to three times to form spiraled branches.
- Brush the surface with an egg wash made from beaten egg and water.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Serve warm with optional garnishes.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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