Ridiculously Delish 3-Ingredient Nutella Croissants Recipe
These Ridiculously Delish 3-Ingredient Nutella Croissants are an easy and irresistible treat made with puff pastry, Nutella, and pistachios. Perfectly golden and flaky with a rich hazelnut chocolate filling, these croissants come together quickly and are a delightful dessert or snack for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 12 croissants 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 2 sheets puff pastry
Filling & Topping
- 1 cup (16 tablespoons) Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread
- ¼ cup pistachios, finely chopped
Egg Wash & Garnish
- 1 egg, beaten
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Let your frozen puff pastry sheets sit at room temperature for 30-40 minutes until pliable. Meanwhile, line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Cut Pastry into Triangles: On a lightly floured surface, roll each pastry sheet into a slightly larger rectangle using a rolling pin. Slice vertically into three wide strips, then slice those strips in half horizontally, creating six smaller rectangles. Finally, cut each rectangle diagonally to form 12 small triangles per sheet.
- Fill and Roll Croissants: Place about a heaping ½ tablespoon of Nutella at the wide end of each triangle. Gently spread the Nutella, leaving the tip bare. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios. Brush the tips with beaten egg to help seal the ends, then carefully roll each triangle from the wide end to the tip, securing with the egg wash.
- Bake Croissants: Place rolled croissants on the prepared baking sheet and brush each with the beaten egg wash. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the croissants are golden brown and puffed.
- Cool and Garnish: Transfer croissants to a cooling rack. Optionally, warm additional Nutella slightly in the microwave to drizzle over the croissants. Sprinkle with more chopped pistachios and dust with powdered sugar if desired for a beautiful finish.
Notes
- Do not let the puff pastry thaw too much; it should be pliable but still cool to ensure flakiness.
- If Nutella is too thick to spread easily, warm it slightly in a microwave-safe bowl for 10-15 seconds.
- Store leftover croissants in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
- For a nut-free version, omit pistachios and use a nut-free chocolate spread.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking during baking.
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