These Strawberry Nutella Puff Pastry Hearts are an easy, elegant dessert made with flaky puff pastry, rich Nutella, and juicy fresh strawberries. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, brunch, anniversaries, or romantic desserts, this bakery-style treat looks impressive while using just a handful of simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry sheets thawed
- ½ –¾ cup Nutella chocolate-hazelnut spread
- 1 cup fresh strawberries finely chopped
- 1 large egg for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon water
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- All-purpose flour for dusting work surface
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly flour your work surface and gently roll out the puff pastry to smooth seams.
- Cut an even number of heart shapes using a cookie cutter or sharp knife.
- Place half of the hearts on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread a thin layer of Nutella in the center of each heart, leaving a small border.
- Top with a spoonful of chopped strawberries.
- Whisk egg with water to make egg wash. Brush edges lightly.
- Place remaining pastry hearts on top and press edges gently with a fork to seal.
- Brush tops with egg wash.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool for 5–10 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Keep puff pastry cold but flexible for the best rise.
- Avoid overfilling to prevent leaking during baking.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving for the prettiest finish.