Nutella Puff Pastry Star Wreath
A golden, flaky puff pastry wreath filled with creamy Nutella, dusted with icing sugar, and shaped into festive stars. This easy showstopper dessert is perfect for Christmas breakfast, brunch, or parties.
Equipment
- baking sheet Line with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Rolling Pin To shape the puff pastry evenly.
- Cookie cutter or cup For shaping and marking the center.
- Pastry brush Used to apply egg wash for that golden shine.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed (about 500g total)
- 1/2 cup Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread
- 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon icing sugar, for dusting
- optional chopped hazelnuts, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out both puff pastry sheets into equal circles (about 10–12 inches). Place one on the baking sheet.
- Spread Nutella evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edge.
- Place the second sheet on top and press gently to seal.
- Place a small cup in the center and cut the pastry into 16 even strips outward from the cup.
- Twist each strip 2–3 times, remove the cup, and brush the wreath with beaten egg.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
- Cool slightly, then dust with icing sugar and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts if desired.
Notes
You can use Biscoff spread or chocolate spread for a nut-free version. Brush with milk instead of egg for an egg-free option. Best served warm, right out of the oven, with a cup of cocoa or coffee.