The perfect Puff Pastry Recipe for the holidays is this Nutella Puff Pastry Christmas Tree.
Chocolate hazelnut spread layered between two layers of flaky puff pastry dough that's shaped into a Christmas tree then baked until golden brown and sprinkled with powdered sugar.
Let me show you this incredibly easy recipe that is going to wow your family this holiday season!
All you need is store-bought puff pastry and Nutella and you have a show-stopping treat that everyone will love! The kids will love this Nutella Christmas tree, it’s ideal for Christmas parties.
Made with only a few simple ingredients, you'll be surprised at how easy this recipe is to put together. This will soon become your most requested recipe to prepare over and over again during the holiday season.
Looking for EASY Christmas Breakfast Recipes? Try my Christmas Tree Cream Cheese Danish or my all-time favorite Bread Machine Overnight Cinnamon Rolls!
Table of Contents
- Puff Pastry Nutella Christmas Tree
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- Helpful Kitchen Tools
- Main Ingredients Needed
- Recipe Variations
- Step-by-Step Directions
- Top Tips
- How to Cut Puff Pastry Dough
- How to Twist the Branches
- Baking Instructions
- Tear and Share Christmas Tree
- Before You Begin!
- Recipe FAQ's
- Puff Pastry Storage Tips
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Puff Pastry Nutella Christmas Tree
Make Christmas Day truly magical with a delicious and stress-free recipe like this Nutella puff pastry tree. This recipe can be served for breakfast for the family or an appetizer for a holiday party.
And if you're not a fan of hazelnut spread, try the same recipe with pesto like I did with my Christmas Tree Puff Pastry Appetizer.
Try these adorable Puff Pastry Trees on a Stick! Made with the same simple ingredients they're adorable and will disappear FAST!
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Main Ingredients Needed
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Recipe Variations
- Savory Dip- spread spinach dip in place of the Nutella spread for a savory appetizer.
- Jam - use your favorite jam on top of the puff pastry sheet!
- Pizza Sauce - add pizza sauce for a kid-friendly version of the recipe.
- See this savory recipe on my website with my Christmas Tree Puff Pastry Appetizer.
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Unfold the dough onto a floured piece of parchment paper. Roll it out to an 11x13 inch rectangle, then carefully transfer the parchment with the dough to a baking sheet.
Step 2: Spread a generous layer of Nutella hazelnut spread across the puff pastry sheet, keeping a slight margin around the edges.
Step 3: Take the second sheet of puff pastry and unfold it onto a lightly floured surface. Using a rolling pin, gently roll it out until it also forms an 11 x 13 inch rectangle.
Step 4: Carefully lift the second sheet of rolled puff pastry and place it directly on top of the Nutella-covered sheet. Gently press down along the edges and surface to seal the two layers of pastry together.
Top Tips
- Remember, don't spread too much Nutella on top of the bottom layer of the puff pastry dough. If you do, it might be too difficult to twist and shape the tree branches.
- Create a reusable Christmas tree template from parchment paper! Simply trace your desired shape onto parchment, cut it out, and use it year after year.
- I've been using my pattern for four years now, and it makes assembling this festive treat a breeze.
How to Cut Puff Pastry Dough
Step 5: Use a template to cut a tree shape from the puff pastry (save the scraps for decorations!). Score a line down the center and add branches with shallow cuts on either side.
How to Twist the Branches
Step 6: Starting at the bottom, twist each branch of the tree away from you, securing it to the parchment. Continue upwards, and use leftover dough for a star, stump, or extra crescents.
Baking Instructions
Step 7: Brush the pastry with egg wash for a golden finish, bake until puffed, and let it cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar and carefully transfer to a serving platter.
Tear and Share Christmas Tree
This Christmas tree pastry is designed for sharing! All your guests need to do is choose a branch, give it a gentle tug, and tear it off to enjoy a flaky, golden treat. It's the perfect way to spread some holiday cheer.
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Recipe FAQ's
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Puff pastry is made from many, many layers of dough and butter.
You can find puff pastry in the dessert freezer section of your grocery store.
Puff Pastry Storage Tips
Refrigerator: Store any leftovers in an air-tight container either in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I do not recommend freezing any leftovers.
Reheating Tips: You could reheat the leftovers in the microwave for about 15 seconds which will warm up the puff pastry nicely.
📖 Recipe Card
Nutella Puff Pastry Christmas Tree
dough that's shaped into a Christmas tree then baked until golden brown
and sprinkled with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 - 17.3 oz package frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed but still cold
- 4 - 6 tablespoons Nutella Hazelnut Spread
- 1 egg beaten
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F degrees.
- Sprinkle a little flour on top of a sheet of parchment paper.
- Unfold one sheet of puff pastry on top of the parchment paper. Using a rolling pin, gently roll out the puff pastry sheet into an 11 X 13 inch rectangle. Gently lift the parchment paper and transfer to a baking sheet.
- Spread the Nutella hazelnut spread on top of the puff pastry sheet being careful not to go too close to the edge.
- Unfold the second sheet of puff pastry and place on a lightly floured surface. Roll it out also into an 11 X 13 inch rectangle.
- Gently place the second sheet of puff pastry on top of the first sheet of puff pastry that has the Nutella spread. Press gently to seal the two sheets together.
- Using a piece of printer paper or parchment paper, cut out a Christmas tree shape to use as a template.
- Place the Christmas tree template on top of the puff pastry and using a pizza cutter or a sharp knife, cut out the Christmas tree shape. Reserve the extra pieces.
- Place a ruler down the center of the puff pastry Christmas tree to use as a guide.
- Starting on one side, make horizontal slices into the sides of the Christmas tree triangle being careful to stop before you reach the center.
- Repeat the same process on the other side of the Christmas tree triangle; again being careful to stop before reaching the center. You want to leave a 1 to 2 inch section down the middle of the tree that is not sliced.
- Starting at the bottom, twist the branches away from you. Press the edge of the branch firmly into the parchment paper to keep the branch from untwisting.
- Continue twisting the branches moving up the tree and then move on to the other side and twist those branches as well.
- With the excess puff pastry, use a star cookie cutter and make a star for the top of the tree.
- Then cut a little piece of dough to make the "stump" of the tree.
- Brush the entire pastry with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated 375°F oven for about 15 - 18 minutes or until puffy and golden brown.
- Cool slightly before sprinkling powdered sugar on top.
Kelly Spanik says
If you plan to prepare it the night before, do you do the egg wash the night before or in the morning? Thanks!
Lois says
Put the egg wash on right before you bake. I hope you enjoy the recipe! It's one of our favorites for the holidays! Merry Christmas!
Lana says
Can you make this the night before & keep in fridge? Then just pop in Christmas morning?
Lois says
Yes. Make sure you wrap it with plastic wrap so it doesn't dry out. Hope you enjoy the recipe! Merry Christmas!