Strawberry Nutella Puffs: Flaky, Chocolatey Layers in Every Bite
Step into the world of effortless puff pastry baking with these Strawberry Nutella Puffs, a dessert that proves simple ingredients can create something truly special. Crisp, golden layers of puff pastry rise around a warm Nutella centre, topped with juicy strawberries for the perfect balance of richness and freshness. Every bite delivers buttery flake, melted chocolate and soft fruit, making these puffs completely irresistible.
If you love puff pastry as much as I do, my cookbook Everything Is Better with Puff Pastry is out now in the US and Canada and will be released internationally very soon. It is filled with creative, reliable sweet and savoury puff pastry recipes just like this one. If you enjoy baking easy but impressive treats, make sure to preorder your copy here and bake along with me.
You can also find plenty of puff pastry inspiration on my website. Be sure to check out recipes like Nutella Puff Pastry Twists, Mini Pumpkin Pies, and Date Cinnamon Buns for more flaky, fruit-filled ideas you will love.
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Simple Ingredients, Big Flavours
What makes these Strawberry Nutella Puffs so special is how a few well-chosen ingredients come together to create something truly indulgent:
- Puff pastry – The foundation of the recipe. When baked, it rises into crisp, buttery layers that give the puffs their light, flaky texture.
- Nutella – Rich, smooth and perfectly balanced, it melts into a warm, chocolatey centre without the need for any extra sweeteners.
- Strawberries – Fresh and juicy, they add natural sweetness and a light freshness that cuts through the richness of the chocolate.
- Egg yolk and milk – Combined to create a simple egg wash that gives the pastry its deep golden colour and glossy finish.
- Icing sugar and mint – A final dusting of icing sugar adds a bakery-style touch, while mint brings a fresh, decorative finish.
How to Make Strawberry Nutella Puffs
Preparing the Puff Pastry
Start by preheating the oven to 190 C / 375 F with the fan setting on and lining a large baking tray with parchment paper.
Roll the ready-rolled puff pastry into a neat rectangle measuring 24 x 36 cm, or about 9.5 x 14 inches, then cut it into 18 equal squares. Using a 4 cm (1.6 inch) round cutter, gently cut the centre out of 9 of the squares. These will become the top layer, creating a raised border that helps the pastry puff beautifully in the oven.
Place each cut-out square on top of a solid square, lining up the edges, then transfer them to the prepared baking tray, leaving a little space between each one.
Adding the Filling
Spoon around 1 teaspoon of Nutella into the centre of each puff. A little goes a long way here, too much filling can leak out as the pastry bakes and stop it from rising properly. Place one strawberry on top of the Nutella, cut side down, so it sits neatly and keeps the pastry crisp.
Egg Wash and Finishing
In a small bowl, mix the egg yolk with the milk until smooth. Lightly brush the egg wash over the exposed puff pastry, taking care to avoid the Nutella and strawberry. This helps give the pastry a deep, even golden colour once baked.
Baking and Serving
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until the pastry is fully puffed, crisp and beautifully golden. As the puffs bake, the Nutella softens into a warm, chocolatey centre while the strawberries gently soften, releasing just enough juice to enhance the flavour.
Remove the puffs from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. The Nutella will be very hot straight from the oven and needs a little time to settle. Finish with a light dusting of icing sugar and a few fresh mint leaves. These Strawberry Nutella Puffs are best enjoyed warm on the day they are baked, when the pastry is at its flakiest and the filling is perfectly molten
Serving and Enjoying
Strawberry Nutella Puffs are incredibly versatile. Serve them warm as a dessert with coffee, add them to a brunch table, or plate them up with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a more indulgent finish. Their individual size makes them perfect for sharing, and they look beautiful arranged on a serving board or platter.
If you love fruity flavours, you will also enjoy my Passion Fruit Curd and Strawberry Puffs, Cottage Cheese Berry Tartlets, and Blueberry, Banana & Nutella Puffs, all packed with the same flaky pastry and vibrant fruit fillings.
These puffs are best enjoyed on the day they are baked, when the pastry is at its crispiest and the Nutella is still soft and molten. Leftovers can be reheated briefly in the oven to restore their texture, making them just as enjoyable later on.
Why We Love Strawberry Nutella Puffs
These puffs tick all the boxes. They are easy to make, visually impressive, and endlessly adaptable. The combination of flaky pastry, rich chocolate and fresh fruit is timeless, and the recipe itself is forgiving and reliable.
What makes them especially appealing is how approachable they are. You do not need specialist skills or equipment, just good puff pastry and a hot oven. If you enjoy baking with puff pastry, you might also love to try my savoury recipes, such as Avocado Mousse and Salmon Tartare Vol-au-Vent, Cheesy Pesto Puff Buns, and Tomato & Boursin Puff Tartlets, for a delicious change of flavour.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Whether you are baking for guests, preparing a weekend treat, or simply craving something sweet, these Strawberry Nutella Puffs fit the moment perfectly. They are quick enough for spontaneous baking yet elegant enough for entertaining.
Like many of the recipes on my website and in my cookbook Everything Is Better with Puff Pastry, this is a recipe designed to make baking feel enjoyable rather than intimidating. Reliable, flexible, and deeply satisfying.
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Instagram Tutorial & More
Watch our quick video tutorial on Instagram and see these Strawberry Nutella Puffs come together step by step. For more easy and delicious puff pastry inspiration, make sure to check out my other puff pastry recipes on the website:
- Green Bean and Mushroom Tart
- Sticky Pecan Puff Buns
- Easy Puff Pastry Quiches
- Twisted Garlic Puffs
- Twisted Garlic Puffs
- Cheesy Chicken and Courgette Rolls
- Cheesy Pesto Tomato Puffs
Happy baking!
Izabella
Description
These Strawberry Nutella Puffs are a quick and elegant dessert made with buttery puff pastry, creamy Nutella and fresh strawberries. The pastry bakes up light and flaky, forming a crisp border that holds a soft, chocolatey centre and a juicy strawberry on top. They come together in minutes using ready-rolled pastry, making them perfect for last-minute guests, weekend treats, or an easy sweet bite with coffee. Finished with a dusting of icing sugar and fresh mint, they look beautiful but require very little effort, proof that simple ingredients can deliver big flavour.
Ingredients
For garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 190 C / 375 F with the fan (convection) on. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Roll the puff pastry into a neat rectangle measuring 24 x 36 cm, which is approximately 9.5 x 14 inches. Cut the pastry into 18 equal squares. Using a 4 cm (1.6 inch) round cookie cutter, cut a circle from the centre of 9 of the squares. Place one cut-out square on top of each solid square, lining up the edges to create a raised border. Transfer the layered pastry squares to the prepared baking tray.Do not waste the pastry cut-outs. Brush them with the remaining egg wash, bake alongside the puffs, and serve them for dipping into extra Nutella.
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Spoon about 1 teaspoon of Nutella into the centre of each puff, then place one strawberry on top, cut side down. In a small bowl, mix the egg yolk with the milk. Brush the egg wash evenly over the exposed puff pastry, avoiding the Nutella and strawberries.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the pastry is well risen and beautifully golden.
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Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Dust with icing sugar and finish with a few fresh mint leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 9 ServingCalories:251.52kcalTotal Fat:16.71gCholesterol:16.32mgSodium:98.16mgPotassium:72.52mgTotal Carbohydrate:22.05gDietary Fiber: 1.16gSugars: 4.35gProtein:3.47gVitamin A: 6.66IUVitamin C: 7.89mgCalcium: 16.4mgIron: 1.33mgVitamin D: 0.1IUVitamin E: 0.58IUVitamin K: 6.51mcgVitamin B6: 0.02mgVitamin B12: 0.05mcgPhosphorus: 42.49mgMagnesium: 11.97mgZinc: 0.32mg
Note
- Use cold puff pastry for best results. Keep the pastry in the fridge until you are ready to cut and assemble, as cold pastry puffs higher and gives cleaner edges.
- Do not overfill with Nutella. About one teaspoon per puff is enough; too much will leak during baking and prevent the pastry from rising properly.
- You can substitute the strawberries with banana slices or other fruits such as raspberries, sliced pears or cherries.
- Bake until properly golden. Pale pastry will be soft rather than crisp, so let the puffs colour well for the best texture.
- Let them cool slightly before serving. The Nutella will be very hot straight from the oven and needs a few minutes to settle.
- Serve the same day for best results. If reheating, place the puffs in a preheated oven at 160 C / 320 F for 5 to 6 minutes to restore crispness.
User Reviews
These were a hit. So simple, yet they look impressive. 🙂