Instant Chocolate Pastries

“My sister and I became addicted to Nutella while traveling in Europe. Now we’re always thinking of ways to incorporate the chocolate hazelnut spread into recipes. This one came about after making puff pastries with apple filling. We thought, â€کWhy not try chocolate?’â€‌

Instant Chocolate Pastries

Average Rating: 4.857142

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 6 tablespoons Nutella
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • Confectioners' sugar, optional

Instructions

  • 1. Unfold puff pastry; cut into six rectangles. Place on a greased baking sheet. Spread 1 tablespoon Nutella over half of a rectangle; fold dough over filling. Press edges with a fork to seal. Repeat for remaining pastries. Brush with egg; prick tops with a fork.
  • 2. Bake at 400° for 10-14 minutes or until puffy and golden brown. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

1 pastry: 304 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 154mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.