Nutella Christmas tree

If you don't like making elaborate desserts or cakes for Christmas Day, this simple Nutella Christmas tree is perfect for you!

Nutella Christmas tree on a table

It's time for Christmas Day and you feel like you could have done something more to fill your table. This delicious and simple Christmas tree can fill that void.
Quick and simple to make and with just 4 ingredients, this recipe is perfect for these situations. Merry Christmas!

Nutella Christmas tree on a table

INGREDIENTS FOR THIS RECIPE

Here you'll find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:

  • Puff pastry - It’s the base of the recipe.
  • Nutella - For the Christmas tree filling.
  • Egg yolk - To brush the tree. Adds a golden color to the tree.
  • Powdered sugar - To garnish. To give a snow effect.

Below you’ll find the correct measurement of all ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.

HOW TO MAKE NUTELLA CHRISTMAS TREE

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2: Place a puff pastry sheet over the parchment paper. Evenly spread Nutella over the pastry. Place the remaining puff pastry sheet on top and press the pastry lightly with your hands.

Step 3: Using a pizza cutter or knife, cut the pastry into the shape of a Christmas tree.

Step 4: Make horizontal cuts to simulate tree trunks. Twist each strip of pastry 2 to 3 times, pressing the ends into the baking tray.

Step 5: Brush the tree with beaten egg yolk. Christmas tree brushed with egg yolk on a baking tray Bake until golden, about 15 minutes. Nutella Christmas tree on a baking tray

Step 6: Remove the baking tray from the oven and allow to cool completely.

Step 7: Sprinkle the tree with powdered sugar and serve.

Nutella Christmas tree on a table

TIPS FOR NUTELLA CHRISTMAS TREE

1. To make it easier to spread the nutella on the puff pastry, heat it for about 20 to 25 seconds in the microwave to make it creamier.

2. Use the leftover pieces of puff pastry and make small stars and trees.
Small stars and trees brushed with egg yolk on a baking tray
Small stars and trees on a baking tray Make at least one star to garnish the Christmas tree (as shown in the photo).

Nutella Christmas tree

Nutella Christmas tree on a table

If you don't like making elaborate desserts or cakes for Christmas Day, this simple Nutella Christmas tree is perfect for you!

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    Category:Desserts, Quick & easy, Recipes, Videos
    Cuisine: ,
    Difficulty:
    Servings: 8
    Prep Time:10 m
    Cook Time:15 m
    Total Time:25 m

    Ingredients

    • 2 sheets puff pastry, semi-frozen (500 grams (17 1/2 ounces))
    • 150 grams (1 3/4 ounces) nutella
    • 1 egg yolk to brush the tree
    • 1 egg yolk to brush small stars and trees
    • Powdered sugar for garnish

    Directions

    1. Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
    2. Place a puff pastry sheet over the parchment paper. Evenly spread Nutella over the pastry. Place the remaining puff pastry sheet on top and press the pastry lightly with your hands.
    3. Using a pizza cutter or knife, cut the pastry into the shape of a Christmas tree.
    4. Make horizontal cuts to simulate tree trunks. Twist each strip of pastry 2 to 3 times, pressing the ends into the baking tray.
    5. Brush the tree with beaten egg yolk. Bake until golden, about 15 minutes.
    6. Remove the baking tray from the oven and allow to cool completely.
    7. Sprinkle the tree with powdered sugar and serve.
    Nutella Christmas tree
    Nutrition facts
    Serves 8
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