Halloween Nutella Pastry

When Halloween is around the corner, there’s no better way to get into the festive spirit than by whipping up some spooky yet delicious Halloween Nutella pastries. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy treat to serve at your Halloween party or something fun to make with the kids, these pastries are perfect. With just a few ingredients and a little creativity, you can transform simple puff pastry into a sweet, gooey, and crispy Halloween delight.

Why You’ll Love These Halloween Nutella Pastry:

These Nutella-filled pastries are not only delicious but also super fun to make! The combination of flaky puff pastry and creamy Nutella is heavenly, and the Halloween shapes add a festive twist. The pastries are great for a quick Halloween snack, party treat, or even as part of a spooky-themed breakfast.

Plus, they are versatile. You can fill them with other spreads like caramel, jam, or peanut butter if you want to change things up. Since they’re so easy to make, these pastries are also a great recipe to involve kids in the kitchen.

These spooky pastries are an ideal treat to serve at Halloween gatherings. Their fun shapes and delicious Nutella filling will appeal to both kids and adults. You can even prepare a larger batch and place them on a Halloween-themed dessert table for your guests to enjoy.

Ingredients You’ll Need for the Halloween Nutella Pastry:

• Puff Pastry: You’ll need pre-made puff pastry sheets, which are perfect for their light and flaky texture. The neutral flavor makes them ideal for sweet or savory fillings.
• Nutella: The star of the filling, Nutella, brings a rich, creamy, and chocolate-hazelnut flavor that pairs perfectly with the light, buttery layers of puff pastry.
• Egg Wash: To achieve that beautiful golden-brown finish, you’ll need an egg wash made by whisking an egg with a tablespoon of water.
• Halloween Cookie Cutters: Get spooky with ghost, pumpkin, bat, and skeleton-shaped cookie cutters to give your pastries a festive look.

For making the Halloween Nutella Pastry, you’ll need the following tools:

• Baking Sheet: For baking the pastries.
• Parchment Paper: To line the baking sheet, preventing the pastries from sticking.
• Cooling Rack: For allowing the pastries to cool evenly after baking.
• Halloween Cookie Cutters: To cut the puff pastry dough in triangles.
• Rolling Pin: To even out the dough.
• Pastry Brush: To evenly brush the pastries with egg yolk.

Here is the full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 2 Puff pastry sheets
• Nutella (as much as you like)
• 1 egg for egg wash

Directions:

Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Pastry:

1. Start by preheating your oven to 190°C (375°F). This is the perfect temperature for puff pastry, ensuring it rises beautifully while becoming light and crispy.
2. Take your puff pastry sheets out of the fridge and let them soften for a few minutes. If they are too stiff, they might crack when you work with them. If necessary, roll out the pastry sheets slightly to achieve the desired thickness (about 1/8 inch). Make sure they are large enough for your cookie cutters.

Spread the Nutella:

1. Once your puff pastry is ready, spread a generous layer of Nutella over one sheet of puff pastry. Nutella provides the perfect rich, chocolaty filling that will melt slightly during baking, giving these pastries an ooey-gooey center.
2. Take another sheet of puff pastry and lay it on top of the one with Nutella. Gently press it down to adhere both layers, making sure the Nutella stays within the confines of the pastry.

Cut Out Halloween Shapes:

1. Now comes the fun part! Using your Halloween-themed cookie cutters, cut out shapes from the layered puff pastry. Choose classic Halloween shapes like bats, ghosts, pumpkins, or even cats to add a spooky touch.
2. As you cut out each shape, set them aside on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Don’t throw away the leftover pastry scraps – you can re-roll them and repeat the process to make even more Halloween Nutella pastries.
3. To give your Halloween pastries a golden-brown finish, lightly brush them with the egg wash. This step is crucial for achieving that shiny, bakery-style look.

Bake & Cool:

1. Place the baking sheet with the pastries into the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the pastries puff up and turn golden brown. The kitchen will fill with the irresistible smell of buttery puff pastry and Nutella.
2. Once baked, remove the pastries from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack. If you’re feeling extra festive, you can drizzle them with some melted white or dark chocolate, or even dust them with powdered sugar.

Tips & Tricks:

• Thinner Pastry: If your puff pastry seems too thick, gently roll it out with a rolling pin to make it thinner and easier to work with.
• Chill Before Baking: After assembling and cutting your pastries, pop them into the fridge for 10-15 minutes before baking. This step ensures that the butter in the puff pastry stays cold and helps the pastries to rise better.
• Custom Fillings: Nutella is an amazing filling, but if you want to experiment, you can try using peanut butter, chocolate chips, or even pumpkin spice cream cheese.
• Use Extra Egg Wash: Don’t be shy with the egg wash—brushing a generous layer over the top will ensure an evenly golden, flaky exterior.
• Easy Cleanup: Make sure to line your baking sheet with parchment paper for an easy cleanup and to prevent the pastries from sticking.

These tips will help you achieve perfectly flaky, delicious Halloween Nutella Pastry that everyone will love!

More Fall Baking Ideas:

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• Apple Pie Muffins -Bursting with cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with a crunchy streusel, these muffins are the ultimate fall breakfast.
• Pumpkin Crumble Muffins -Moist pumpkin muffins topped with a buttery crumble, combining all the best flavors of fall in one delicious bite.
• Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips – A moist, flavorful banana bread studded with melty chocolate chips, perfect for any time of year!

Watch the recipe video here. Let’s get to baking! Here is the full recipe: