Description
Delight in these easy-to-make Two-Ingredient Mini Nutella Croissants featuring flaky puff pastry filled with rich Nutella® chocolate spread. Perfect for a quick treat or an impressive breakfast pastry, these croissants bake up beautifully golden, puffed, and irresistibly chocolatey.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 package puff pastry, thawed
Filling
- Nutella®, as needed
Finishing
- Milk, for brushing
Instructions
- Thaw the Puff Pastry: Remove the puff pastry from the freezer and let it thaw at room temperature until it is still cold but pliable and easy to work with, usually about 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F) to ensure a hot baking environment for perfect puffing.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the thawed puff pastry into a large circle on a lightly floured surface, ensuring even thickness.
- Cut Dough into Triangles: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, divide the circle into equal-sized triangles to form individual croissants.
- Add the Nutella® Filling: Place a small dollop of Nutella® at the base (wide end) of each triangle, enough to provide a rich filling without overfilling.
- Roll into Croissants: Starting from the base, carefully roll each triangle toward the tip, shaping it into a crescent and sealing edges well to prevent Nutella® from leaking during baking.
- Seal the Tips: Pinch the pointed end of each croissant to secure it, so it doesn’t unravel as the pastry rises and puffs in the oven.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange the croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly brush the tops with milk to promote an attractive golden brown finish.
- Bake: Place the croissants in the preheated oven and bake until they are puffed up and golden brown, typically about 15-20 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy: Allow the croissants to cool slightly and serve immediately. These mini croissants are best enjoyed the same day as they do not keep well.
Notes
- Ensure the puff pastry is cold but workable to make rolling easier and the texture flakier.
- Do not overfill with Nutella® to avoid leakage during baking.
- Brushing with milk helps achieve a beautiful golden crust.
- These croissants are best eaten fresh on the same day for optimal flakiness and texture.
- If desired, you can dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Keywords: Nutella croissants, mini croissants, puff pastry dessert, easy pastry recipe, chocolate-filled croissants, quick baked treats
